Corporate Controller

Description

The Corporate Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial statements, drives compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements, and provides leadership to the accounting team. The Controller partners closely with the VP of Finance and executive team to support strategic decision-making through sound financial data and analysis.

Requirements

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS

• Manage the general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes 

• Ensure timely and accurate consolidation of financial results across business units or subsidiaries 

• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses 

• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) 

• Ensure compliance with SOX (if applicable), tax regulations, and other statutory requirements 

• Coordinate and manage external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting 

• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks 

• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including staff and senior accountants, AP/AR, and payroll functions 

• Establish clear performance goals and provide ongoing coaching and professional development 

• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement 

• Drive process automation and efficiency improvements within accounting operations 

• Evaluate and optimize the use of ERP and financial reporting systems 

• Document and maintain accounting policies and procedures 

• Collaborate with FP&A, tax, treasury, legal, and operational teams on financial matters 

• Support M&A due diligence, integration, and other special projects as needed 

• Present financial results and analysis to executive leadership and, where applicable, the Board of Directors 

• Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes 

• Provide variance analysis and financial insights to department heads and senior leadership 

• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software. 

• Thorough understanding of accounting procedures. 

• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). 

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail. 

• Ability to manage confidential information. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required) 

• MBA or Master's in Accounting (preferred) 

• CPA license (required or strongly preferred)

• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior experience in a controller or senior accounting management role 

• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) a plus 

• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls in a mid-to-large size organization 

• Industry-specific experience (manufacturing) preferred 

• Infor Syteline or Epicor ERP experience a plus • 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

• Ability to lift 25 lbs