Financial Controller

About Allworth Financial

Allworth Financial ( www.allworthfinancial.com

) is an independent investment advisory firm providing full-context wealth planning solutions. The firm brings together investment, tax, retirement, estate, and other financial considerations to help clients evaluate decisions in the context of their whole financial lives.

Founded in Sacramento, California, in 1993, Allworth Financial is a high-growth, private equity-backed, multibranch registered investment adviser. Allworth is primarily a fee-based fiduciary advisory firm that emphasizes client well-being and education. The firm continues to expand through acquisitions and organic growth.

Allworth is a great place to work and build a career. The firm ranks among the top 15 on Barron’s Top 100 RIA Firms list, has a historical client retention rate of 97%, and is a National Business Research Institute (NBRI) Circle of Excellence Award winner. Learn more at AllworthFinancial.com.

Allworth Financial is a highly successful firm in the Wealth Management Industry, expanding quickly through a combination of M&A and organic growth. The firm has expanded more than 10x over the past 7 years, to over $250 million of revenue and over 600 associates.

The Financial Controller plays a crucial role at Allworth, overseeing the accounting, and financial reporting departments. Ensuring financial records, reports, and statements are accurate and compliant with laws and regulations.

This is a full-time, exempt hybrid position, reporting into our Addison, TX office.

Job Responsibilities:

Leadership:

Provide technical and operational leadership across accounting functions. Manage the accounting team of 9 associates, including hiring, training, and supporting associates develop to keep pace with firm growth

Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

: Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting in addition to adherence to all applicable accounting pronouncements

M&A Diligence and integration:

Lead the process to ensure acquired businesses are reviewed and integrated optimally from an accounting perspective, ensuring that new and existing firm associates are supported throughout the transitions

Payroll and Benefits:

Assist the team responsible for managing payroll and benefits for the firm

Systems and Controls:

Implement and oversee financial systems, processes, and controls to safeguard company assets and ensure integrity of financial data

Broker Dealer:

Ensure appropriate accounting for all broker dealer related business

Qualifications

• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar qualification.
• Experience: 8+ years of managerial experience in accounting, preferably in a combination of both public company and private equity backed firm environments. Preferred industries: Wealth Management, Asset Management, Insurance, Real Estate Investment
• Skills: In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, strong leadership, organizational and communication skills