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PBS Facility Services

Junior Accountant

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Junior Accountant Job Overview : PBS Facility Service is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our ... This position reports directly to the Financial Controller. What you will do: Accounts Receivable

CornerStone Professional Placement

Controller

Dallas, TX · On-site

$107K - $122K/yr

... junior finance team members while fostering a strong financial discipline across departments Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field • ...

StaffBuffalo

Junior Controller

Buffalo, NY

$46K - $58.10K/yr

About the Role The Junior Controller will be a key player in managing accounting operations, including monthly closes, journal entries, and financial reporting. This role offers a strong blend of ...

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How much do junior financial controller jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior financial controller in the United States is $27.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Financial Controller, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Financial Controller, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting, typically supported by a degree in finance or accounting. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, advanced Excel skills, and pursuing or holding certifications such as ACCA or CIMA are highly valuable. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate financial management and supporting business decision-making.

What are some common challenges a Junior Financial Controller might face in their first year on the job?

In their first year, Junior Financial Controllers often face challenges such as adapting to complex financial systems, ensuring accuracy under tight deadlines, and learning to interpret and explain financial data to non-finance colleagues. They may also need to quickly understand company-specific processes and compliance requirements. Overcoming these hurdles typically involves strong attention to detail, proactive communication, and seeking guidance from more experienced team members.

What does a Junior Financial Controller do?

A Junior Financial Controller assists in managing a company's financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis. They help ensure accurate record-keeping, support month-end and year-end closing processes, and may prepare financial statements. Junior Financial Controllers work closely with senior controllers and other departments to monitor expenses, analyze variances, and maintain compliance with financial regulations. Their role is essential for providing accurate financial data that supports business decisions.

What is the difference between Junior Financial Controller vs Financial Analyst?

AspectJunior Financial ControllerFinancial Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or related field; some certifications preferredBachelor's in Finance, Economics, or related field; certifications like CFA are a plus
Work EnvironmentFinance departments, accounting teams, corporate officesInvestment firms, corporate finance, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporate finance, accounting, and internal control rolesUsed in investment analysis, market research, and financial planning

The Junior Financial Controller primarily focuses on internal financial management, reporting, and controls within a company, while a Financial Analyst concentrates on analyzing financial data to support investment and business decisions. Both roles require strong financial knowledge and similar educational backgrounds, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.

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VP, Financial Controller

VP, Financial Controller

Genesis Capital

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Genesis Capital (the "Company") is one of the largest business purpose lenders in the country, focused on providing commercial real estate financing solutions to real estate developers who buy, renovate, and sell single-family and/or multi-family residential real estate. The Company is a subsidiary of Rithm Capital (parent company), a publicly traded mortgage real estate investment trust.

The VP, Financial Controller position will oversee all accounting functions, including loan accounting, financial reporting, SOX maintenance, internal audit oversight, A/P, payroll review, and tax coordination. The ideal candidate is an experienced VP of Accounting or Controller who leads an accounting team that supports organizational strategy and at the same time knows the details of day-to-day operational needs. The role will work closely with the Executive Team and the Company's equity partner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Partner with and take direction from members of the Executive Team to help create forecasts and analysis of the firm's financial position
  • Enhance internal control framework including SOX compliance and audit ready accounting functions
  • Play a supporting role in preparing investor materials along with other presentation-oriented materials as directed by the Executive Team and the Company's private equity partner
  • Provide accounting guidance on US GAAP treatment including FV loan accounting, and debt accounting
  • Oversee and supervise the accounting team, including A/P, A/R and month end close
  • Guide teams in proactively identifying and resolving issues, including optimizing workflows through automation, control by exception and other best practices for an effective and efficient accounting function
  • Manage production of financial reporting materials for both SEC filings and internal management presentations
  • Coordinate with Strategy & Analytics on preparing annual budget and running analytics to track performance to budget, offering insights and thoughts to drive overall firm performance
  • Collaborate with business users at all levels of the organization, and technology team members to implement comprehensive and sustainable solutions
  • Oversee funders responsible for final loan approval and wire process on all loan fundings
  • Managing expense policy and compliance via expense reimbursement process
  • Owner of the financial system including responsibility for leading automation projects to optimize teamwork flows and help scale the business
  • Learn Genesis' core business model and conceptualize new growth verticals and product suites
  • Prioritize workflow and projects such that the combined efforts of all involved are focused on opportunities truly accretive to the Company's long-term value creation
  • Manage ad hoc projects, analysis, and initiatives as may be delegated from firm management
  • Performs related duties as assigned by management.
Education and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • 10+ years' experience executing and overseeing accounting functions and managing a team of junior accountants
  • B.S. or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar degree
  • Demonstrated proficiency in financial analysis and some knowledge of FP&A modeling
  • Advanced US GAAP knowledge, specifically focused on loan and debt accounting
  • Experience in management and SEC reporting
  • Demonstrated experience in establishing and running a SOX control framework
  • Experience operating a general ledger and overseeing month end closes
  • High-level presentation and communication skills, both written and oral, with strong project management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Exceptional time management skills, coupled with the ability to handle multiple, complex, and competing priorities and projects, and delivering on promises made
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with exceptional skills in Excel
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Worked in real estate and/or lending or a related field preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Deadline-oriented with strong analytical and presentation skills
  • Ability to interface with executive-level stakeholders
  • Ability to take initiative with a clear business purpose in mind
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • High level of accountability and a dedication to producing high-quality work that is easily consumable by executives and managers
  • Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
  • An understanding of balance sheet business
  • Team player

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position's requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

By applying to this position, the candidate acknowledges that this is not a remote role and is required to be on-site.

Compensation Range: $180,000 - $230,000/annual

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