Controller

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Libertas Funding is an institutional-quality private credit firm headquartered in Greenwich, CT, providing growth capital, revenue-based financing, and working capital solutions to established small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. Backed by deep institutional banking and credit expertise, Libertas combines proprietary technology and disciplined underwriting with a relationship-first approach, serving as a long-term financial partner to middle-market businesses pursuing acquisitions, expansion, and other strategic growth initiatives. We seek qualified candidates who work with integrity and excellence, and who value teamwork, customer service, diversity, and accountability.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Controller will direct and oversee the financial reporting for the company, direct the preparation of current financial reports and summaries, and oversee the control environment, including monitoring key controls, the reconciliation process and systems and access controls.  Oversees Accounting department and audit functions. Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make recommendations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs the preparation of all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports.
• Compares sales and profit projections to actual figures and budgeted expenses to actual expenses.
• Analyzes operations to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination.
• Document controls and begin the SOX compliance process.
• Ensure state filings are processed in a timely manner.
• Produce draft/final financial statement.
• Oversee finalizing month end close functions.
• Treasury management including approving cash outlays.
• Responsible for managing all company related insurance.
• Responsible for managing internal and external audits.
• Adheres to compliance procedures and internal/operational risk controls in accordance with any and all applicable regulatory standards, requirements, and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Honesty and Integrity are critical.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of control environment and best practices.
• Strong understanding of consolidation accounting and general ledger reporting.
• Proficient in database and accounting computer application systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education Requirements/Additional Preferences:

• Required Years of Work Experience: 12+
• Education/Experience: Master's degree in business administration, Accounting, or Finance. College degree or equivalent work experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
• Additional Preferences: Financial Services industry experience

Salary Range: $200K-$240K

Libertas Funding, LLC participates in E-Verify.  Libertas Funding, LLC will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.   Libertas Funding, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state, or local laws.  All employment at Libertas Funding LLC, is contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks.