Corporate Controller, VP

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee team structure and task distribution to ensure smooth daily operations and timely reporting cycles. Success in this role is closely tied to the performance of the broader team.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of financial reports that meet both internal needs and external standards, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance with U.S. accounting principles.
• Manage the monthly and quarterly close processes, including documentation and reporting packages that cover financials, activity summaries, and account reconciliations.
• Ensure revenue recognition practices align with current standards, particularly in a project-driven business environment.
• Take ownership of internal controls and compliance frameworks, including those related to SOX.
• Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures to maintain consistency and accountability.
• Evaluate business transactions to determine appropriate accounting treatment, including research, documentation, and journal entries.
• Maintain a strong focus on the balance sheet, ensuring all account reconciliations are completed and reviewed regularly.
• Conduct in-depth reviews of key financial areas such as revenue, receivables, inventory, and deferred income.
• Collaborate with the planning and analysis team to support executive-level and board reporting.
• Lead the external audit and quarterly review processes from start to finish.
• Partner with leaders across departments to align financial reporting with operational needs.
• Support acquisition activities, from due diligence through post-deal integration.
• Assist the CFO with special projects that require detailed financial analysis.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to both direct and indirect reports.
• Take on additional projects as needed.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• A degree in accounting is essential; an advanced degree in business or accounting is a strong plus.
• CPA certification is required.
• Must have a background in public accounting and around a decade of experience in audit and financial reporting, including hands-on work with subledger reconciliations.
• Prior experience in a senior accounting leadership role at a publicly traded company is expected.
• Familiarity with SEC filings, especially drafting 10-Q and 10-K reports, is important.
• Experience in a project-driven business environment is necessary, particularly with complex revenue recognition. Exposure to RevPro software is highly desirable.
• Should be comfortable engaging with board members and audit committees.
• M&A experience and integration work are beneficial.
• Strong communication skills-both written and verbal-are needed.
• Must be adept at managing remote teams and collaborating across levels.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are critical.
• Advanced Excel proficiency is required.
• Experience with Oracle EBS is a plus.
• Should be proactive in identifying and researching accounting issues.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting with tight deadlines.
• Must be flexible and able to shift between short-term tasks and long-term projects.
• Willingness to adjust work hours during peak periods.
• Occasional travel may be required.