Controller - Hybrid

POSITION SUMMARY: The Financial Controller oversees global accounting operations and ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial reporting across all entities. This role manages daily accounting functions, maintains internal controls, supports audits and compliance, and provides financial insights that guide strategic decisions.

Core Responsibilities

Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing clear direction, performance feedback, and professional development.
• Collaborate closely with Operations and senior leadership to align financial practices with company goals.
• Support systems improvement projects, automation initiatives, and financial software implementations.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for all entities, ensuring accuracy and consistency in accounting standards.
• Consolidate global financial results and prepare management reports in accordance with GAAP and international standards.
• Maintain documented accounting policies and procedures and ensure strong internal controls.
• Oversee general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Recommend and monitor benchmarks and KPIs to measure company performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting, tax, and statutory requirements across all regions.
• Work with external auditors (domestic and foreign) to provide needed information for the annual audit.
• Manage annual external audits and coordinate with auditors across jurisdictions.
• Oversee filings for corporate taxes, VAT/GST, and other statutory submissions.
• Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with applicable government reporting requirements.
• Partner with the Director of Finance to develop budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare variance analyses and provide actionable financial insights.
• Support cash flow management, treasury activities, and working capital optimization.
• Conduct financial analysis related to investments, pricing, and contract negotiations.
• Coordinate with international accounting teams and service providers to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and transfer pricing compliance.
• Standardize accounting processes across entities to promote efficiency and consistency.
• Perform additional duties as required to support financial and organizational objectives.

Skills And Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing multi-country and multi-currency accounting operations.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and international accounting standards.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and financial consolidation tools.
• Experience in professional services, education, or technology sectors.
• Familiarity with Employer of Record (EOR) structures and distributed global teams.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong attention to detail.
• High integrity, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, multinational environment.

Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19103

Salary : $95,000 - $105,000