Chief Accounting Officer; CONFIDENTIAL

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a high-impact Corporate Controller to lead the accounting organization during a period of sustained growth and acquisition activity. This role is open due to promotion and offers significant visibility and influence across the executive team.

The Corporate Controller will oversee consolidated accounting across three divisions, lead post-acquisition integration efforts, strengthen SOX compliance, accelerate and standardize the close process, and continue automation initiatives within Net Suite. This leader will partner closely with the CFO, SVP of Finance, and Director of Technical Accounting & External Reporting to ensure a scalable, disciplined accounting infrastructure suitable for a public, acquisition-driven enterprise.

• Lead consolidated financial reporting across three operating divisions.
• Own and materially improve the monthly and quarterly close process – driving timeline reduction and implementing a standardized, scalable close framework.
• Ensure accurate GAAP reporting and operational execution of accounting policies including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Maintain integrity of intercompany processes, balance sheet governance, and enterprise-wide reconciliation standards.

• Lead accounting integration of acquired companies, many originating from private environments with inconsistent controls and processes.
• Standardize accounting policies, reporting structures, and internal controls across newly integrated businesses.
• Partner cross-functionally on ERP alignment and reporting integration within Net Suite.
• Build infrastructure capable of supporting continued acquisition activity.

• Own SOX compliance execution and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Serve as primary liaison to external auditors for annual audit and quarterly reviews.
• Identify control gaps and drive remediation initiatives across divisions.

• Drive continued automation and optimization within Net Suite.
• Improve reporting efficiency, workflow automation, and data accuracy.
• Implement best-in-class close management and documentation standards.

• Lead and develop the accounting organization.
• Partner closely with the Senior Director of Shared Services to ensure transactional accounting supports corporate objectives.
• Communicate effectively with executive leadership, division finance teams, auditors, and Board stakeholders.
• Elevate accountability, structure, and financial rigor across the enterprise.

• CPA required;
  Big Four or national public accounting foundation strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Prior experience in high-growth, M&A-driven organization.
• Deep consolidations expertise across multi-entity environments.
• Strong SOX and public company audit experience.
• Demonstrated success reducing close timelines and professionalizing accounting processes.
• Experience integrating acquired businesses and standardizing controls.
• Net Suite experience strongly preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills and executive presence.