Director, Controllership - Global Internal Controls

Director, Controllership - Global Internal Controls

Bentonville, AR

703 Associate Dr
Bentonville, AR

The Global Internal Controls (GIC) Director, Controllership provides strategic leadership in financial planning, risk mitigation, and internal controls to support business objectives. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial statements. The Director collaborates cross‑functionally to drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and implement effective business strategies. By fostering a culture of accountability and ethical practices, this position contributes to operational excellence and supports the organization’s long‑term financial health and growth.

The GIC team plays a vital role in supporting Walmart’s retail growth by ensuring robust internal controls over financial reporting. As part of this team, the GIC Director, Controllership collaborates with controllership, business, and technology partners to drive business transformation and program management. The team focuses on designing effective controls, managing risk, and enhancing processes across various segments. Members demonstrate strong leadership and expertise in financial planning, risk mitigation, and compliance with accounting principles, contributing to Walmart’s commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement in a dynamic, global environment.

• Ensuring reporting compliance validating consistent application of policies, rules, and regulations; reviewing, evaluating, and interpreting internal financial statements and supporting documentation for compliance with accounting and reporting regulations and ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders across the largest initiatives in the company to proactively implement internal controls.
• Partnering with our tech audit team to make scoping decisions for IT systems that support the key business process controls.
• Evaluating control deficiencies, including impact assessment, identifying root causes, and compensating controls.
• Presenting to findings, control issues, project status, etc. to executive leadership as needed.
• Driving continuous improvement in the SOX compliance program.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation with extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, including managing audits and balance sheet accounts.
• Strong expertise in designing and improving internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in budget management, forecasting, and aligning financial strategies with business objectives.
• Commitment to ethical standards, compliance, and fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 5 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 7 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area.
• 2 years’ supervisory experience.

• Certified Public Accountant designation, leading and completing cross‑functional projects, Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, using Essbase.

Annual salary range: $ – $. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may also include stock.

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Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family.

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges.

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

Drug‑free workplace policy:
Walmart and its subsidiaries maintain a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job.