Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the Corporate Accounting organization responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining a strong internal control environment, and supporting the Company's global accounting operations. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, this role oversees period-end close activities, SEC reporting support, technical accounting, compliance, and accounting team leadership. The ideal candidate combines deep accounting expertise with strong business acumen, leadership capabilities, and experience operating in a complex, fast-paced public company environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Oversee consolidation processes across multiple business units and legal entities.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and company accounting policies.
• Support preparation and review of external financial statements and disclosures.

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Research and document technical accounting positions related to complex transactions.
• Partner with business leaders on accounting implications for acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and lead implementation efforts.
• Coordinate annual external audits and quarterly reviews with independent auditors.
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 requirements and internal control standards.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Maintain a strong control environment supporting financial reporting accuracy.
• Oversee design, execution, and remediation of internal controls.
• Partner with Internal Audit to identify and mitigate financial reporting risks.
• Develop and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor accounting managers, senior accountants, and accounting staff.
• Establish performance objectives and development plans for direct reports.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, Operations, and Investor Relations.

Strategic Projects

• Support ERP implementations, system upgrades, and finance transformation initiatives.
• Participate in mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and carve-out activities.
• Develop scalable accounting processes to support business growth.
• Leverage automation, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and reporting quality.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA required.
• 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience with a Big Four or national accounting firm preferred.
• Experience within a Fortune 500, large public company, or multinational organization.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and purchase accounting (ASC 805).
• Exposure to international accounting operations.
• Experience with BlackLine, OneStream, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar financial systems.
• Proven success leading finance transformation and automation initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Executive Presence
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Accounting Expertise
• Financial Reporting
• Leadership & Talent Development
• Process Improvement
• Business Partnership
• Risk Management
• Change Management
• Data Analytics & AI Fluency