Controller

Overview

• Lead financial operations in a hybrid work environment, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and fostering transparency across multi-entity structures.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and internal controls, driving accuracy and operational excellence in a dynamic organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic financial initiatives and organizational growth opportunities.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive process improvements and ERP system optimization to enhance efficiency and scalability across financial operations.
• Provide technical accounting guidance for contracts, business models, and complex transactions, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment.
• Support M&A integration and restructuring projects, ensuring seamless transitions and adherence to financial regulations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and controls, ensuring robustness and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting packages in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
• Coordinate external audits, acting as the primary contact for auditors and ensuring successful outcomes through meticulous preparation.
• Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations.
• Lead month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to organizational deadlines.
• Supervise tax filings and liaise with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with regional and international regulations.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff, implementing training initiatives to enhance team capabilities and performance.
• Drive automation and process optimization initiatives, focusing on ERP system enhancements and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical accounting guidance to support strategic financial initiatives and informed decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A teams to align forecasts and budgets with actual performance metrics, ensuring strategic alignment.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification is preferred for this senior-level role.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 5 years in leadership roles within complex organizations.
• Proficiency in U.S. GAAP; exposure to IFRS standards is advantageous for global operations.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite, is highly desirable for process optimization.
• Proven success in managing audits and driving improvements in accounting processes and controls.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills, with exceptional attention to detail and strategic thinking.
• Ability to mentor and develop teams, fostering collaboration and accountability across financial operations.
• Experience in multi-entity, multi-currency environments is a plus for this role.
• Demonstrated ethical and professional integrity in decision-making and interactions within the organization.