Controller

Controller Firm Overview: Stable Rock is an integrated professional services platform supporting over 500 clients including investment and asset managers, early-stage and midsize businesses, portfolio companies, and founders. We provide deep expertise across outsourced and fractional CFO services, accounting and bookkeeping, middle office and operations, regulatory and compliance, tax strategy and planning, IT, HR, insurance services, and AI-driven automation.

Our work is hands-on and customized. Clients work directly with a team of experienced professionals who take the time to understand how their business or personal finances operate and provide practical support that adapts as needs change. Job Opportunity and Responsibilities: Stable Rock is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead and oversee the company's accounting function.

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this individual will take ownership of the accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting while building and strengthening the processes and infrastructure needed to support the company's continued growth. This is an opportunity for a driven accounting professional to take a leadership role in a growing organization, with significant autonomy to improve existing processes, implement new procedures, and establish best practices across the accounting function.

The Controller will oversee a team of three, providing leadership, mentorship, and direction while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting operations, month-end close, and financial statement preparation. The ideal candidate will bring experience managing complex, preferably multi-entity accounting environments, along with exposure to audits and the ability to develop scalable processes and controls.

As Stable Rock continues to grow, this individual will have the opportunity to expand the accounting team and take on additional responsibilities, playing a meaningful role in shaping the company's financial infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Leadership & Oversight: Own and lead the accounting function, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent financial reporting across the organization.
• Team Management & Development: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of three accounting professionals, establishing clear expectations, promoting accountability, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Evaluate opportunities to expand the team as the business grows.
• Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation, review, and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuing accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Process Development & Optimization: Build, implement, and refine accounting policies, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and establish scalable processes to support future growth.
• Multi-Entity Accounting: Oversee accounting operations across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions, reconciliations, consolidations, and entity-level financial reporting.
• Month-End & Year-End Close: Own and continually improve the month-end and year-end close processes, establishing timelines, improving efficiencies, and ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop and maintain appropriate accounting controls and procedures, ensuring the integrity of financial information and adherence to applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Audit Management: Coordinate and support external audits, including preparation of supporting schedules, management of audit requests, and collaboration with external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
• Financial Planning & Collaboration: Partner closely with the Director of Finance and other internal stakeholders to provide financial insights, support business initiatives, and improve financial visibility across the organization.
• Systems & Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to leverage accounting systems, technology, and automation to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Strategic Growth: Help build the accounting infrastructure necessary to support Stable Rock's continued expansion, taking on broader responsibilities and helping scale the function as business needs evolve. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience: Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• CPA preferred not required Experience: 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager or in a similar leadership role Skills:
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including financial reporting and GAAP.
• Demonstrated ability to build, implement, and improve accounting processes and procedures in a developing organization.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor, develop, and hold team members accountable.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic oversight with day-to-day accounting responsibilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• High degree of ownership, accountability, initiative, and sound judgment.
• Ability to identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical, scalable solutions. Software and Technology: Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, cloud-based accounting and ERP systems (QuickBooks Online preferred) and financial reporting, account reconciliation and general ledger tools. Why Stable Rock: Stable Rock is built for professionals who want more than a traditional support role. As an Executive Assistant supporting the CEO, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, gain broad exposure to the business, and play a meaningful role in helping a growing organization operate effectively. We value professionals who take initiative, anticipate needs, solve problems, and bring a high level of ownership to their work. This is a high-trust environment where discretion, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong relationships are highly valued. If you are looking for a role where you can serve as a true partner to senior leadership, make a visible impact, and grow alongside a dynamic and evolving organization, Stable Rock may be the right place to grow your career. Location: We are open to exceptional talent nationwide, with a strong preference for candidates located in or near our core markets: New York, Dallas, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

Compensation

Highly competitive base salary ranging from $115,000 to $140,000, based on experience and location, with eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage. Employee-only premiums are paid at 100%.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options - 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Unlimited paid time off policy
• Hybrid work flexibility to support professional and personal balance Inclusion: Stable Rock is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our firm. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to building a team that reflects many different perspectives and experiences. Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process, or in accessing our website may contact us. We will treat your request as confidentially as possible. In your email, please include your name and preferred method of contact, and we will respond as soon as possible.