We are seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the company's global accounting and financial reporting function.
Reporting to the CFO, this role is accountable for the performance, quality, and continuous improvement of multiple related accounting teams, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial information to support business objectives.
The Corporate Controller plays a critical leadership role in developing departmental plans, aligning resources to organizational priorities, and driving operational excellence across the accounting function.
The position requires a strong balance of technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and business acumen, with decisions guided by corporate strategy, resource availability, and functional plans.
Provide leadership to managers and professional staff across multiple accounting areas (e.g., AP/AR, GL, and consolidations)
Ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes are accurate and on time
Oversee global accounting operations, ensuring alignment with business needs and organizational objectives
Own the preparation and delivery of internal and external financial reporting in accordance with IFRS or US GAAP
Ensure compliance with regulatory, audit, and tax requirements across jurisdictions
Lead the external audit process and maintain strong relationships with auditors and advisors
Establish and maintain a robust internal control environment, including SOX where applicable
Develop and execute departmental plans covering operational priorities, process improvements, and organizational initiatives
Align team objectives and resources with annual business plans and company strategy
Decide on priorities and trade-offs based on resource availability and organizational goals
Continuously assess and optimize team structure, capacity, and capability
Identify and resolve complex accounting, operational, and organizational challenges
Drive continuous improvement in the efficiency, scalability, and quality of accounting processes and systems, strengthening close cycles, reporting accuracy, and control effectiveness
Recognize and address the cross-functional impact of accounting decisions on broader business performance
Partner with FP&A, Tax, Legal, and business leaders to ensure alignment between financial reporting and operational activities
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