Global Corporate Controller

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At Nova Sky Stories , we empower artists and producers to bring awe and wonder to live audiences around the world. As the global leader in drone entertainment , we’ve been redefining live shows for over a decade—merging cutting‑edge drone technology with imaginative artistry.

With a veteran team of engineers and creatives, we design and operate lightweight, small, precise, and safe drones that perform in the most demanding environments—urban centers, extreme temperatures, and high winds. The result?
Sky Stories that inspire, captivate, and transform the sky into a canvas of imagination.

Headquartered in the U.S. with teams across Europe and the UAE, Nova Sky Stories works with the world’s leading brands, venues, and events.
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We are a high‑growth company with a rapidly expanding international footprint. We are seeking a strategic, hands‑on Corporate Controller to support our scaling business. This is a critical leadership role for a highly adaptable accounting professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

The Controller will oversee all aspects of Nova’s financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and day‑to‑day accounting activities. This role will also play a key part in ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and consistency across our U.S. and international entities as the company continues to scale globally.

As a Corporate Controller, you will be responsible for:

• Oversee daily transactional accounting activities for Nova’s international entities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit cards, and cash management.
• Lead, manage, and develop a team currently consisting of a Project Accountant and a Senior Accounting Manager, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance, and continuously improving finance function.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills, with demonstrated experience partnering effectively across departments such as Finance, Legal, People, Operations, Production, and Leadership
• Prepare and review financial statements for international entities, including the consolidation of results into group financial statements.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and ensure transfer pricing compliance to support tax and regulatory requirements.
• Lead month‑end and quarter‑end close processes for international entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness, including reconciliation of balance sheet and P&L accounts.
• Support compliance with international tax regulations, including VAT/GST, and statutory reporting requirements for each entity.
• Perform financial analysis, monitor and report on financial performance, and provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to support Nova’s continued growth and scalability.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively engage, influence, and partner with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proven experience leading, managing, and developing a finance team, with a track record of mentoring, coaching, and building capability as the organization scales
• Strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and cash flow management
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of strategic financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modeling
• Proficiency in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and familiarity with international and local tax compliance requirements
• Experience overseeing payroll and contractor payroll processes, including accuracy, controls, and compliance considerations
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment
• CPA certification
• Experience in the entertainment and/or technology industry is a plus

What defines you:

• Clear communicator with strong internal follow‑through
• Detail‑obsessed and process‑driven
• Proactive, responsive, and resourceful
• Able to work independently and anticipate next steps
• Excited to support a creative and mission‑driven team

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Remote Work

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If you’re ready to play a key role in supporting the operational backbone of a company redefining storytelling in the sky, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to help keep Nova Sky Stories flying high.