Assistant Director, Corporate Controllership

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Assistant Director, Corporate Controllership Duration: FTE, Hybrid Salary Range : $130000 to $140000/yr Position Summary

An established investment organization with over four decades of dedicated service is seeking a highly skilled finance professional for the role of Assistant Director, Corporate Controllership. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. You will take ownership of corporate entity accounting and reporting, working closely with senior finance leaders to enhance processes and ensure accurate financial reporting within a dynamic, inclusive culture.

The role supports hybrid working arrangements with remote workdays available to promote work-life balance and flexibility.

• Manage month-end closing activities for assigned corporate entities in the Americas, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and variance analysis.
• Ensure transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with US GAAP, supporting the validity of financial results.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintain a rigorous balance sheet through timely reconciliations, account ownership, and follow-up on outstanding items.
• Support internal controls, audit requests, regulatory compliance, and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with business teams to ensure cost center P&L and corporate entity results are accurate, complete, and well-understood.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by preparing historical data analyses and supporting management reporting.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline processes related to close, reporting, cash recognition, and data management, partnering with colleagues to execute solutions.
• Mentor and review the work of junior team members, facilitating their development.
• Participate in reviewing new technologies, automation initiatives, and AI-enabled finance solutions to enhance departmental efficiency.

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Experience participating in or owning parts of a monthly close process, ideally within compressed timelines.
• Proficiency in account reconciliations, balance sheet controls, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• A controls- and process-conscious approach with the ability to identify gaps, optimize workflows, and improve documentation.
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail; capable of interpreting financial data for accuracy and trend analysis.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across accounting, finance, operations, tax, treasury, and business teams.
• Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken), with the ability to clearly explain accounting issues to non-accounting team members.
• Experience mentoring or supporting development of less experienced staff.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems such as Workday, Dynamics, Concur, or similar platforms.
• Curiosity and adaptability regarding new technologies, automation, data tools, and AI-enhanced financial solutions.

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years of experience in finance and controllership roles; prior private equity experience is a plus but not required.

This role provides a meaningful opportunity for finance professionals to take ownership of critical accounting functions within a growing, collaborative organization. You'll work alongside senior leadership, contribute to process improvements, and develop expertise in innovative financial technologies. The flexible hybrid work arrangement supports work-life balance, while the inclusive culture encourages continuous learning and professional growth.

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Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status
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