VP, Controller

Randstad is recruiting a VP, Controller for a Las Vegas-based public technology company to serve as a strategic leader responsible for scaling and refining the organization’s accounting infrastructure. This high-impact, hands-on role requires a proactive professional capable of building systems and directing accounting processes within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The successful candidate will navigate complex challenges, implement risk-mitigation solutions, and ensure precise financial reporting to support a rapidly evolving business model in a cutting-edge industry. Compensation: $175K - $285K+, Bonus 20% and Equity 20% Benefits: 100% paid - medical, dental and vision for the employee and family, 401K with a match, and Unlimited PTO. This role is a leadership position overseeing 7 department leads and focused on the end-to-end management of the General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Audit, Tax, Payroll and Customer Service within a rigorous SOX and U.S. GAAP environment. Oversee the full-cycle general ledger close process, ensuring all journal entries and reconciliations are executed with precision to meet strict monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines. Direct all daily and monthly accounting functions to guarantee total alignment with U.S. GAAP standards and corporate financial integrity. Orchestrate the preparation of complex financial statements and management reports, ensuring rigorous tie-outs to underlying data for both internal leadership and external stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, managing the end-to-end quarterly review and year-end audit cycles to ensure seamless delivery. Lead the development, documentation, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) to strengthen the SOX compliance environment. Drive the technical execution of stock-based compensation accounting, including expense calculations and the maintenance of equity roll-forwards. Collaborate with FP&A and Financial Reporting teams to provide meaningful variance analysis and ensure reporting accuracy across the organization. Spearhead the continuous optimization of accounting operations, including the strategic implementation or conversion of ERP and financial software systems. Act as a dedicated mentor to the Accounting Team Leads (7), fostering a culture of professional growth, high performance, and technical excellence. Facilitate the financial integration of diverse business units and platforms, ensuring unified accounting policies and streamlined operational workflows across the enterprise. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. An active CPA license is required. A minimum of 15 years of operational accounting experience, with oversight of audit and review functions. Expert-level knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX/Internal Controls, with a track record of building and maintaining rigorous financial frameworks. Demonstrated ability to mentor and scale high-performing teams, acting as a thought leader within the organization. The ability to thrive in high-growth, deadline-heavy environments where detail-oriented analysis and clear communication are vital.