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Controller

BDG

New York, NYFull-time$210–220K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$210–220K/yr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPABachelor's degree

Job overview

BDG is hiring a Controller. Bustle Digital Group seeks an experienced Controller to ensure accounting integrity by providing process knowledge, technical expertise, and reporting leadership while driving process and control improvements in a fast‑paced environment.

Key focus areas include Oversee month‑end close process, prepare financial statements, and handle advanced reconciliations while reducing days to close, Manage day‑to‑day cash flow, forecast, monitor bank balances, and ensure liquidity for operational needs, and Partner with FP&A, Ad Revenue Operations, CFO, and CEO to align reporting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

Successful candidates bring CPA, Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or Similar, and 10-15 Years Experience. Important skills include Process Knowledge, Technical Expertise, Reporting Leadership, Process Improvement, Detail Oriented, and Organization Skills. Preferred (not required): Month-End Close Process, Financial Statements Preparation, Advanced Reconciliations, and Cash Flow Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Process KnowledgeTechnical ExpertiseReporting LeadershipProcess ImprovementDetail OrientedOrganization SkillsCommunication SkillsHands-OnManagement CapabilitiesTechnical Accounting SkillsRevenue RecognitionComplex TransactionsStock-Based CompensationAccounting SystemsExcelTeam PlayerNew PerspectiveProactive AttitudeCritical ThinkerInnovative SolutionsMonth-End Close ProcessFinancial Statements PreparationAdvanced ReconciliationsCash Flow ManagementForecastingBank Balances MonitoringFinancial ReportingAnnual Financial Audit LeadershipAccount Reconciliations ReviewJournal Entries ReviewVariance Analyses PreparationCoachingGuidanceFinancial Deck PreparationTax ComplianceState Tax FilingsComplex Problem Solving

Qualifications

CPABachelor's Degree in Accounting or Similar10-15 Years ExperiencePublic Accounting Firm ExperiencePrivate Industry Experience

Full job description

Bustle Digital Group is seeking an experienced Controller to join our growing Finance team! This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity of Bustle Digital Group accounting by providing process knowledge, technical expertise, and reporting leadership with a strong desire to improve processes and controls.

 

The candidate must be a leader, have experience in managing teams, be detail oriented, have strong organization and communication skills, and be hands-on. The position requires management capabilities to communicate with and educate finance and non-finance personnel on financial policies and business opportunities. Our ideal candidate is a well-rounded performer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is focused on process improvement, and has the passion to excel.

Responsibilities

Oversee the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, and handling advanced reconciliations, while working with the business stakeholders and the accounting team to reduce the number of days to close

Manage day-to-day cash flow, including forecasting, monitoring bank balances, and ensuring adequate liquidity to meet operational needs and obligations.

Partner closely with FP&A, Ad Revenue Operations, the CFO, and CEO to align financial reporting, forecasting, and business decisions, providing timely insights to support strategic planning.

Lead the annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements

Review account reconciliations and journal entries; prepare variance analyses and ensure accounting activities are well supported and documented

Manage Accounting Team; provide mentorship and guidance while helping them to excel and grow in their roles

Prepare financial deck for quarterly and ad hoc Board of Director meetings

Oversee tax compliance and reporting, including state tax filings

Solve complex problems and contribute to improving processes within the department and company

Requirements

CPA with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar

10-15 years’ experience, with a blend of public accounting firm and private industry experience

Strong and proven technical accounting skills, specifically revenue recognition, complex transactions, stock-based compensation

Strong Accounting systems and Excel skills

Detail oriented and organized team player with an ability to take a new perspective using existing solutions

Proactive attitude to bring up any issues and assist team with coming up with solutions

Critical thinker who can seek innovative solutions to complex business/technical issues

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly and concisely interface with all levels of executive leadership

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