Corporate Network Controller

The Network controller will serve as part of the Record to Report (R2R) Leadership within our Shared Services organization. The successful candidate will oversee financial and accounting operations for their specific Network, ensuring financial integrity, accuracy, and compliance with established guidelines. This role will report directly to the Network CFO and the R2R Global Process Owner (GPO) and will closely cooperate with senior management to strategize operational efficiencies and profitability.

• Direct and oversee all financial activities for your network - including accounting, forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.
• Lead the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, reporting requirements, and variance analysis.
• Review bi-weekly payroll, journal entries and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Manage the network’s month-end reporting process in compliance with company global deadlines and guidelines.
• Manage the reconciliation of Intercompany activity with other company subsidiaries.
• Partner with the R2R GPO and other Network Controllers on identifying and implementing standardized processes and evaluating automation opportunities.
• Drive system, process, and corporate policy adoption across the Network Agencies.
• Plan and coordinate financial integration activities for acquisitions.
• Implement, maintain, and upgrade internal financial controls and procedures for the Network ensuring compliance with SOX, GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Own SOX compliance by establishing/maintaining strong accounting controls and practices over financial reporting with the help of Corporate SOX Team.
• Deep understanding of financial and accounting standards and regulations including ASC 606, 842, etc.
• Build and maintain all applicable schedules related to ASC 606.
• Review customer contracts to ensure they are accurately recorded, tracked and supported.
• Drive operational efficiencies and profit improvements by providing financial analytics that lead to productive outcomes.
• Oversee the operations of the accounting department, and work with the central AP, AR, and Billing Teams.
• Ensure that accounts receivables and payables are posted with proper coding and paid in a timely manner.
• Ensure that subledgers are reconciled monthly.
• Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against the budget.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial forecasts and reports, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and compliance with regulations.
• Represent the company in collaborating with external auditors and manage the audit process.
• Collaborate closely with senior management, providing insightful financial data analysis that influences strategic decisions.
• Develop and monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing variances.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• CPA
• 7+ years of related experience, with Public Accounting and industry experience being a plus
• 5+ years of Maconomy (or competitor) experience and proficiency on all Maconomy modules
• Extensive knowledge of GAAP and other relevant financial regulations
• Demonstrated competence in operational improvement and system optimization
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written