Head of Finance & Controller

Ultimate Jet Vacations

100d

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic Controller with deep expertise in U.S. corporate finance and tax law, who has partnered with private equity stakeholders to identify levers that improve performance and profitability. This leader will ensure accuracy and integrity across all financial operations while acting as a strategic partner in optimizing expenses, evolving systems, and shaping compensation and incentive strategies that align with company goals. The ideal candidate has 'seen it before,' guiding companies from basic financial processes to sophisticated, scalable systems, scaling organizations, and building frameworks that enable confident decision-making at every level.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required).
• Proven experience as a Controller or senior finance leader, ideally within a family office or private equity-backed environment.
• Expertise in U.S. GAAP and U.S. tax law, with demonstrated success in compliance, reporting, and risk management.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, foreign exchange, and hedging strategies.
• Experience leading the evolution of financial operations, including implementing accrual accounting and scalable systems.
• Demonstrated success in building financial processes, standardizing reporting, and enabling growth.
• Charismatic yet humble leadership style with a track record of mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to influence, inspire, and partner across the organization.
• Analytical mindset with adaptability and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Preference for candidates based in Miami, FL.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the travel or hospitality industry.
• International accounting exposure and familiarity with multi-currency operations.
• Previous experience supporting an organization through M&A.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure accuracy of financial statements, including balance sheets, P&L, cash flow statements, and supporting schedules.
• Lead the annual budget process, periodic forecasts, and variance analysis, providing actionable insights and recommendations that drive growth.
• Design and implement effective cost control measures and creative strategies for maximizing profitability.
• Partner with leadership and stakeholders to identify value-creation opportunities and support enterprise valuation goals.
• Manage and develop the finance team, modeling a humble, collaborative 'we before me' approach with a positive and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Develop, assess, and refine compensation structures, incentive plans, and performance-based rewards.
• Standardize financial documentation, reporting, and controls to meet best-in-class standards, leading the team to implement and sustain them.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash management, liquidity planning, foreign exchange processes, and hedging strategies.
• Lead the transition into accrual accounting, strengthening financial accuracy and forecasting capabilities.
• Assess and manage tax liabilities under U.S. tax law, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance.
• Balance long-term financial strategy with hands-on operational execution.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, translating financial insights into clear, actionable decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees