Controller, Finance Business Partner - Hilco Global : Job Details

Job Description:IPv4.Global - powered by Hilco Streambank - is a market-leading broker for the purchase and sale of IPv4 addresses around the world. Our transactions take place privately by contract to large buyers (generally sales of $3MM+), and smaller sales ($10K+) on our online marketplace, Our experience and expertise have earned us a reputation as the most respected IP address broker in the market.Our umbrella organization, Hilco Streambank, is the foremost authority on intellectual property asset valuation and monetization. Streambank is an operating company of Hilco Global, a diversified financial services company providing valuation, monetization, and advisory services for all kinds of corporate assets.The company is privately owned and has grown to be a dominant player in each industry segment. We have been proud to provide an innovative, supportive, and people centric work environment for over 10 years.Join us if you would like to experience a happy and family-oriented work environment.Derby Management is coordinating the search process for this position. IPv4.Global recognizes that their past and future success is directly related to the quality of their people. Through careful selection, they identify individuals who possess the ability, desire, and dedication to grow with them.Position Overview:We are looking to hire a Controller/Financial Analyst who can analyze and understand financial performance versus expectations for discussion with and presentations to senior executives and company founders. In addition, this position will assume a lead role in SalesForce.com software implementation and support. This role is an individual contributor for 2024 but responsibilities could broaden in 2025 and beyond.IPv4 is different: keep reading

• Recognition and Rewards:

Acknowledgment and rewards for exceptional performance and contributions

• Professional Development:

Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development to foster career growth.

• Collaborative Culture:

Teamwork, diversity, and innovation.

• Central Location

Work in the heart of New York City, surrounded by the energy and excitement of the legal and financial districts.

• Work-Life Balance:

We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the importance of personal well-being.

• Competitive Salary
• Achievable Bonus opportunities
• Work Location: NYC Times Square.
• Hybrid: Monday - Thursday in office / Friday WFH

Benefits

• In addition to Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, 401(k), we offer commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and a robust wellness program. Hilco Global supports Diversity & Inclusion efforts through our active philanthropy efforts, community impact, and strengthening employee connections across our organization. We foster a positive work environment through our various Business Resource Groups including Women's BRG and Pride BRG.

Position Responsibilities:

• Monthly Financial Analysis and Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Board and Sr. Exec Reporting: Provide financial Analysis and data visualization for Sales, Margin, and Expense Dept. Analysis
• Process Improvement: All Departments... Recommend and implement improvements to accounting, operations, internal controls, and compliance policies and procedures. Identify opportunities for enhancing financial performance and assess ROI of potential business expansion.
• Corporate Reporting: Take charge of preparing all financial reports for the business unit, ensuring compliance with the parent company's audit and regulatory requirements. Requires collaboration with management colleagues and the parent company's finance team and executives.
• Software leadership and Support: This role will also be an integral part of process improvements, system implementations, and automation projects for SalesForce.com as well as other key packages.
• Forecast and Budgeting: Identify key drivers for the annual strategic plan and develop financial models to display the impact of various scenarios.
• Vendor Contract Management: Ownership of vendor and client contracts and payments. Review, approve, and allocate invoices. Verify payment details.
• Financial Controls: IPv4 deal escrow oversight, implement PO process
• Cash Flow Management: Forecast and manage capital needs, credit facility usage, acquisitions, financing, and operating cash flow.
• Technology Integration: Evaluate and implement financial software solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Also, must stay informed about technological advancements to recommend and implement improvements.
• Risk Management: assess risk and take decisive, appropriate actions, especially in the case of exception requests.
• Financial Management:

Develop and maintain comprehensive financial policies and procedures.Monitor the firm's financial performance, providing strategic recommendations to ensure financial goals are met.Oversee the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.Implement strategies to enhance financial efficiency and mitigate financial risks.Analytical Acumen: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide strategic financial guidance to support decision-making.Why is this a great career move?The market for IPv4 addresses is exploding as the availability of addresses is severely constrained. The current team is developing new products to help your team reach previously inaccessible customers and expand existing business. Accordingly, we expect the Controller/Financial Analyst to vastly improve the information that line managers need to continue the growth curve in managed environment.Your analytical skills and management talent will be essential to the success of these efforts.Our compensation plan consists of both base pay and variable/bonus compensation. We expect this key hire to earn between $100k and $170k per year, with possible upside potential as well. We have spent considerable time scrubbing the targets and goals to be sure they are both realistic and attainable. Also, certain components of the variable component based on sales is uncapped.Lastly, if you feel your advice and recommendations were not encouraged in past assignments, this position is different as it reports to the Senior Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer with direct access to the company founders. The company believes your expertise in the assessment of customers, products, and market developments is essential to achieve revenue goals.Documented Experience

• Three to five years previous experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Financial Analyst role with a Software or Financial Services organization
• Proven experience in distilling accounting and operations data into relevant financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Must have prior experience as a staff accountant
• Experience with fixing and automating processes, including integrating software modules, etc.
• Cost accounting and product-line profitability experience a plus
• Intermediate to advanced Excel Skills required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven ability to affect change.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Accounting or Economics, MBA is helpful

Skills

• Excellent Communication skills - Verbal, Written, Presentation, and Storytelling Proven
• Closing methods - you have a track record that proves you can produce financial reports in a timely manner
• Timely Management Reporting of Financial Results: Monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and variance analysis
• Empathy - you have demonstrated the ability to show colleagues you understand their pain
• Current Tech tools - You are fluent in your CRM and other productivity software. Also, you are proficient in Microsoft Office, with a concentration in Excel
• Strong attention to detail and quick follow-up
• Sophisticated Time management - you know how to prioritize
• Strong negotiation skills and Contract Management techniques that get to Yes
• Excellent organizational skills - you have perfected management follow-up systems with your direct reports

Key Attributes

• Passion and Energy - you are a stakeholder and invested, and show hunger, positivity
• Persistence and Grit - know how to endure
• Resourcefulness - know how to creatively apply resources to problem solving
• Competitiveness - willing to take your shot when available
• Exhibit a passion to compete
• Motivate teammates, channeling competitive energy so it is fun for everyone
• Adaptability - Customers change, Big projects become delayed, parameters change, deal flow is delayed; you don't take anything personally
• Confidence - you do not have a fear of rejection
• Likability and Leadership - positive leadership positions
• Curiosity - always interested in what the customer is doing
• Accountability - take responsibility for your actions
• Coachability - history of being coached
• Self-starter - can work independently, but know when to appropriately bring the management team into the decision-making process
• Collaborative - with fellow employees, treating all with dignity and respect at all times
• Proven ability to critique your own work and others' work, and absorb and apply feedback

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel required. One overnight twice a month.Hilco Global is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.