Corporate Controller

Position Summary

The Corporate Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is a key member of Wall Street Prep’s financial leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company’s global accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role will lead all aspects of corporate accounting, consolidation, reporting, and internal controls across the US and UK entities.

The Corporate Controller will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership to strengthen financial processes, implement scalable systems, and provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. This is a critical leadership role for a growth-oriented, private equity–backed company expanding its international operations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Leadership Compliance

• Oversee global accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, receivable, payroll, treasury, and tax compliance (US and UK).
• Establish and maintain financial policies, accounting principles, and internal controls in accordance with US GAAP and applicable UK statutory requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial close processes, proper revenue and cost recognition, and integrity of all balance sheet accounts.
• Manage the annual financial statement audit and coordinate tax filings with external auditors and advisors across jurisdictions.

Financial Reporting Analysis

• Prepare consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and private equity stakeholders.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis and commentary, including budget-to-actual, trend, and KPI reporting.
• Collaborate with business leaders to lead and strengthen forecasting, budgeting, and performance management processes.

Systems, Processes Controls

• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency within the accounting function through process optimization and automation.
• Oversee accounting system integrations with ERP, LMS, payroll, and CRM platforms; lead future system enhancements as the company scales.
• Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks to ensure audit readiness and compliance with corporate policies.

Leadership Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team across the US and UK, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Operations, Technology, and Client Success to align financial operations with business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO, executive team, and Board, providing financial insight to support key strategic and growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required, MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience, including experience in a multi-entity or international environment.
• Combination of public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and private industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and familiarity with UK statutory reporting.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing geographically distributed accounting teams.
• Proven experience implementing or upgrading ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and improving accounting processes and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment and manage multiple priorities with sound judgment and attention to detail.

CORE COMPETENCIES

TEAMWORK – As Corporate Controller, you will lead and collaborate with colleagues across departments. Empathy, clarity, and cooperation are essential.
INTEGRITY – We depend on transparency and ethical conduct. Trustworthiness and consistency are fundamental to this role.
ACCOUNTABILITY – You will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. A high degree of ownership is essential.
HUMILITY – Stay open to new ideas and continuously seek ways to improve processes and financial practices.
RESULTS-DRIVEN – We rely on our Corporate Controller to produce high-quality work and deliver results that drive strategic decisions.
TRANSPARENCY – Honest and open communication is core to how we work. The Corporate Controller must foster a culture of clarity and accountability.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A fun, lively, startup culture
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k)
• 12 paid holidays
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Stipend to set up home office
• Core values-based leadership
• Flexible hybrid work model that supports a blend of in-office and remote work
• Ample opportunities to learn and take on new responsibilities in a fast-paced, growth-mode company

Salary Range: $150,000–$180,000

ABOUT WALL STREET PREP

Wall Street Prep (WSP) is the leading global provider of financial services training solutions to the world's preeminent investment banks and private equity firms. Founded in 2004, WSP seeks to bridge the gap between academia and the real world by providing our clients with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the finance sector. We provide clients with this hands-on, competitive edge through classroom training led by experienced industry practitioners as well as through online self-study programs designed by subject matter experts. WSP's clients include global investment banks, private equity and investment management firms, Fortune 500 companies, and top undergraduate business and MBA programs.

Wall Street Prep is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status or any other legally protected status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive work environment where all team members are encouraged to be their authentic and whole selves.