What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller - International Entities, Vice President position at Blue Owl Capital?
Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives®.
With over $307 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.
Together with approximately 1,365 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com
The Role
Blue Owl is seeking an experienced International Equities Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations across our global subsidiaries. This is a critical role that will ensure regulatory compliance, timely audits, tax filings, and accounting and financial reporting accuracy. This will also have oversight of offshore finance teams and drive automation initiatives to enhance existing processes and controls, financial statement preparation, and deliver insightful analytics.
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Automation
Benefits for this role include Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k), Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Family Planning Support, Paid Time Off, and Leave of Absences. All such benefits are subject to the terms/conditions of the Company’s benefits plans and policies.
Blue Owl is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
With over $307 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.
Together with approximately 1,365 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com
The Role
Blue Owl is seeking an experienced International Equities Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations across our global subsidiaries. This is a critical role that will ensure regulatory compliance, timely audits, tax filings, and accounting and financial reporting accuracy. This will also have oversight of offshore finance teams and drive automation initiatives to enhance existing processes and controls, financial statement preparation, and deliver insightful analytics.
Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Automation
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for international entities
- Lead financial statement automation project using Workiva reporting tools
- Collaborate with the FP&A team to implement Anaplan for financial reporting, forecasting and analytics
- Identify and lead technology driven process enhancements to create efficiencies and enhance controls
- Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reports
- Ensure full compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulatory capital requirements
- Oversee statutory audits for international entities, coordinating with external auditors and internal stakeholders
- Manage the VAT/GST filing process overseeing offshore resources and service providers
- Support the corporate tax team to prepare foreign income tax returns in an accurate and timely manner
- Monitor changes in tax regulations and implement necessary adjustments to maintain compliance
- Perform variance analysis to provide insight into business activity
- Support strategic decision-making with financial modeling and forecasting
- Partner with business units to understand financial drivers and improve reporting
- Lead and mentor offshore finance teams, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and timelines
- Establish clear performance metrics and conduct regular reviews to maintain operational excellence
- Foster collaboration between onshore and offshore teams to streamline workflows and reporting
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred)
- 12 years of experience in international accounting or controllership roles
- Strong understanding of global accounting standards, international tax matters, and audit processes
- Proven experience managing offshore teams and cross-border operations.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles/practices and accounting for foreign exchange
- Proficiency in financial systems and automation tools
- Familiarity with Oracle or similar accounting systems
Benefits for this role include Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k), Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short Term Disability insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Family Planning Support, Paid Time Off, and Leave of Absences. All such benefits are subject to the terms/conditions of the Company’s benefits plans and policies.
Blue Owl is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000