Hybrid Vice President, Accounting Advisory & Controllership Transformation

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About the role

  • Vice President at Portage Point Partners, delivering operational accounting and data analytics advisory services. Leading engagements to modernize financial operations through data-driven insights and scalable processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support end-to-end client engagements across core controllership and finance operations, including procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, record-to-report and manage or contribute to engagement teams advising clients through situational needs such as first-time audit readiness, transactional accounting (acquisitions, divestitures, IPO and debt transactions) and complex technical accounting
  • Conduct and oversee detailed financial analysis and assist in deliverable preparation that informs client strategy and decision-making
  • Execute buy side and sell side diligence, including historical and projected financial and operating trends analysis, quality of earnings analysis, working capital analysis and net debt consideration analysis
  • Draft clear and compelling reports outlining key takeaways
  • Provide technical and strategic accounting guidance (ASC 606, ASC 805, ASC 842, GAAP, IFRS and SEC standards) and translate into broader business and stakeholder implications for clients
  • Advise clients on process design, technology-enabled solution implementation and scalable finance processes to improve reporting
  • Develop data models, reports and dashboards leveraging tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx or Excel to provide clear, data-driven insights
  • Collaborate with senior team members to evaluate client performance, diagnose issues across the finance operating model, identify improvement opportunities and prepare / prioritize actionable recommendations
  • Support client meetings, helping translate findings into actionable insights, manage stakeholder expectations and supporting the execution of solutions
  • Lead the development, standardization and continuous improvements of methodologies, templates and best practices that enhance the OCFO and TAS practices
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior team members
  • Lead internal trainings and best practice sharing
  • Support talent acquisition and firm-building initiatives
  • Contribute to a high-performing, inclusive and values-driven culture

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (CFA, CA) preferred
  • Experience working with private equity clients or on US / global transactions is preferred
  • Willing to relocate to or be primarily present in Gurgaon
  • Six plus years of progressive experience in financial consulting, advisory services or audit, with meaningful experience in transaction-driven, capital markets or private equity-backed environments
  • Deep understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting (ASC 606, ASC 805 and ASC 842) with experience advising complex technical matters and stakeholder impact
  • Proficient in financial modeling, analysis and accounting treatment evaluation with strong ability to connect technical conclusions to operational outcomes
  • Hands on experience with finance technologies such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, Blackline or FloQast
  • Familiarity with analytics and automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, UI Path, Automation Anywhere) and interest in leveraging emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to transform finance functions
  • Proven ability to lead complex engagements, manage multiple priorities and deliver executive-ready results
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready presentation and reporting skills
  • Proven ability to thrive in lean, fast-moving teams
  • High attention to detail, responsiveness and ownership mindset
  • Track record of success in high-pressure, client-facing environment

Job title

Vice President, Accounting Advisory & Controllership Transformation

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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