Highspring (Formerly Focus Search Partners)
Vice President/Controller
Highspring (Formerly Focus Search Partners), Lake Forest, Illinois, United States, 60045
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Highspring, formerly known as Focus Search Partners, has an exciting new search! A leading, privately held equipment leasing and asset management company is seeking a
Vice President of Financial Reporting / Controller
to lead its accounting and reporting functions. This role offers the opportunity to join a well-established, growth-oriented organization with national reach and long-term executive succession potential. The Role The VP of Financial Reporting / Controller will oversee consolidated financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and audit preparation. Partnering closely with senior leadership, this executive will provide hands-on direction to a seasoned accounting team while ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements. Key Responsibilities Lead the accounting and financial reporting function, managing a team of 11–15 professionals. Oversee consolidated reporting across multiple subsidiaries and business lines. Manage audit process, internal controls, and compliance with ASC 842 lease accounting standards. Direct core accounting operations, including cash management, payables/receivables, payroll, and tax compliance. Drive system integration and migration initiatives (Microsoft Dynamics, Lease+ / Odessa LeaseWave). Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic financial planning and decision support. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
CPA or strong public accounting experience required . 10+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, and operational leadership experience. Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and lease accounting. Public accounting background preferred; experience in financial services or equipment leasing highly valued. Proven ability to manage and mentor accounting teams. Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP and lease management systems a plus. Collaborative, hands-on leadership style with excellent communication skills. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Equipment Rental Services and Financial Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Highspring (Formerly Focus Search Partners) by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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Vice President of Financial Reporting / Controller
to lead its accounting and reporting functions. This role offers the opportunity to join a well-established, growth-oriented organization with national reach and long-term executive succession potential. The Role The VP of Financial Reporting / Controller will oversee consolidated financial reporting, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, tax compliance, and audit preparation. Partnering closely with senior leadership, this executive will provide hands-on direction to a seasoned accounting team while ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements. Key Responsibilities Lead the accounting and financial reporting function, managing a team of 11–15 professionals. Oversee consolidated reporting across multiple subsidiaries and business lines. Manage audit process, internal controls, and compliance with ASC 842 lease accounting standards. Direct core accounting operations, including cash management, payables/receivables, payroll, and tax compliance. Drive system integration and migration initiatives (Microsoft Dynamics, Lease+ / Odessa LeaseWave). Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic financial planning and decision support. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting;
CPA or strong public accounting experience required . 10+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, and operational leadership experience. Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and lease accounting. Public accounting background preferred; experience in financial services or equipment leasing highly valued. Proven ability to manage and mentor accounting teams. Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP and lease management systems a plus. Collaborative, hands-on leadership style with excellent communication skills. Seniority level
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