Vice President, Financial Reporting

Vice President, Financial Reporting

Location: New York, NY
Base Salary: $200,000 - $230,000 bonus & benefits
Sector: Global Consumer Technology

Our client, a global consumer technology business with a fast-expanding international footprint, is seeking to appoint a Vice President of Financial Reporting to join its New York office. This is a newly created leadership role that will play a central part in shaping the company's global finance function as it continues to scale.

About the Company

The business operates at the intersection of technology, data, and consumer engagement. With operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, it delivers innovative products and digital experiences to millions of users worldwide. The company is entering a new phase of growth, with a strong focus on financial discipline, operational excellence, and robust reporting to support its expansion.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Controller, the Vice President of Financial Reporting will oversee all aspects of the company's global financial reporting, including SEC and statutory filings, consolidated group accounts, and internal management reporting. This individual will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership to ensure transparency, compliance, and efficiency across the reporting landscape.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements under US GAAP.
• Overseeing all SEC reporting and related compliance requirements.
• Managing the global consolidation process and maintaining alignment across regional entities.
• Driving continuous improvement in reporting systems, data integrity, and process automation.
• Partnering with technical accounting to assess and implement new accounting standards.
• Managing relationships with external auditors and ensuring timely completion of audits.
• Developing and mentoring a high-performing financial reporting team.
• Providing insight and clarity to senior executives through well-presented financial analysis and commentary.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting background, deep knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting, and the leadership capability to elevate reporting standards across a global business.

Essential experience:

• CPA qualification.
• Minimum of 12 years' experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit.
• Proven success in a complex, multinational environment; experience in consumer technology or consumer-facing industries is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and improve systems and processes at scale.
• Strong communication skills and executive presence.
• Experience with major ERP and reporting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workiva).
• IPO readiness or prior listing experience preferred.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth global business in a visible and influential leadership position. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in building a world-class reporting function that supports the company's strategic ambitions.

Please reach out to George Brown on the attached details to discuss this role further.