Controller

Key Responsibilities - Accounting, Reporting & Controls:

• Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analyses.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP; coordinate financial reporting deliverables to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the maintenance and documentation of accounting policies, account mappings, and process narratives to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Manage the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX readiness and testing where applicable.
• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger functions; streamline workflows and implement process improvements and automation.
• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors; prepare audit schedules, respond to inquiries, and manage remediation of audit findings.
• Develop and coach a high-performing accounting team through hiring, performance management, mentoring, and professional development plans.
• Collaborate with FP&A, tax, legal, and business unit leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, tax provision, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems and ERP integrations; partner with IT on implementations, upgrades, and system controls.
• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly accounting metrics, key performance indicators, and commentary to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications - Controller Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility, including prior management of an accounting team in a corporate environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP; experience with revenue recognition, lease accounting, and technical disclosures.
• Demonstrated experience managing external audits and internal control programs (SOX experience preferred).
• Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting automation and reconciliation tools is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting topics to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership skills, including team development, cross-functional collaboration, and project management.

Preferred Qualifications - Certifications & Tools:

• CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in a public company or regulated industry, or with multi-entity consolidations and international accounting considerations.
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools, business intelligence platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and process automation technologies.

Work Environment & Compensation - Controller Salary & Benefits:

• Full-time position with an onsite work model.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development, support for continuing education and certification, and a collaborative team culture committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Role may require occasional extended hours to support close periods and audit timelines.