SVP - Corporate Controller

SVP - Corporate Controller

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

$  -  (US Dollar)

Arkansas Talent Group's Executive Search Division is exclusively working on a SVP-Corporate Controller for a Private Equity Group in Little Rock. Clients are open to looking at either the CAO or Controller level depending on the experience of the candidate. This is a unique opportunity that will work directly for a top-notch CFO and work with an incredible Accounting & FP&A team in Central Arkansas.

This Accounting Leader will oversee all corporate-level accounting, lead a team of Plant Controllers and corporate accountants, ensure robust financial reporting, and controls across a $100M+ multi-site manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as SME and leader to all accounting functions
• Lead all accounting operations at the corporate level, consolidating financials across multiple manufacturing plants and portfolio entities
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accountants at each plant and corporate level, fostering a culture of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate consolidated financial statements following US GAAP
• Establish and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices across the organization
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights, support strategic decisions, and drive cost-saving initiatives
• Lead or support accounting automation, process optimization, and system upgrades to improve efficiency and reporting timelines
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and audit requirements; liaise with external auditors and advisors
• Support M&A, integration, and other corporate transactions as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting / MBA preferred
• CPA required
• 8+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
• Manufacturing experience required / Multi-site experience highly preferred
• Private Equity exposure in manufacturing is highly preferred
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting for complex organizations
• Proven experience managing distributed teams and leading cross-site accounting functions
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to partner with both plant operations and executive leadership
• Experience with accounting process automation and system implementations a plus

Perks:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Robust Bonus Program + Potential Equity
• Strong total benefit package, including matching retirement plans
• Unlimited PTO
• Opportunity for growth and exposure with one of the fastest-growing companies in the state, work closely with C-Suite, and Board Exposure

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for the Little Rock market to be a part of something truly special!

Position will sit in Little Rock - only local candidates will be considered or candidates willing to relocate to the area.