Controller, M&A Accounting

A large, diversified multinational organization is seeking a Vice President, Divisional Accounting to lead the accounting oversight and financial management of multiple operating businesses, investments, subsidiaries, and affiliates across North America.

This senior leadership position serves as a strategic partner to executive management and is responsible for overseeing divisional accounting, financial analysis, risk management, M&A integration activities, and governance across a broad portfolio of businesses. The role offers significant visibility across the organization and interaction with executive leadership, operating management, and subsidiary boards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving financial excellence, strengthening internal controls, supporting growth initiatives, and ensuring alignment between divisional operations and overall corporate objectives.

• Lead the accounting, financial reporting, and management analysis processes for multiple operating divisions and investments.
• Review and approve significant accounting transactions and complex financial matters.
• Partner closely with business unit leadership and finance teams to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist senior finance leadership in executing long-term strategic initiatives and departmental objectives.

• Direct and oversee divisional financial close and consolidation activities.
• Coordinate with corporate accounting and financial reporting teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Monitor financial performance and key operating metrics across a diverse portfolio of businesses.

• Provide accounting leadership and support for acquisitions and strategic investments.
• Participate in pre- and post-acquisition activities, including:
• Opening balance sheet assessments
• Purchase price allocation analysis
  
  Valuation review and integration planning
• Lead finance-related post-merger integration efforts and ongoing performance monitoring.

• Serve as a board representative for selected subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Provide financial oversight, governance, and strategic guidance to executive management teams.
• Evaluate business performance, financial risks, and operational effectiveness.
• Conduct financial and internal control reviews utilizing a risk-based approach.

• Research emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments.
• Assess the impact of new accounting guidance on operating entities and investment holdings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting policies, financial controls, and reporting requirements.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support organizational initiatives, special projects, and leadership development programs.
• Participate in succession planning and future leadership deployment opportunities within the broader organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 20+ years of progressive accounting, finance, and leadership experience.
• Strong background in financial management, accounting operations, financial controls, audit, and risk management.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions and post-acquisition integration activities.
• Demonstrated success managing large teams and complex business initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
  Ability to travel domestically as needed.

• MBA or other advanced degree.
• Experience with in a large multinational, diversified holding company, trading organization, industrial company, or complex corporate environment.
• Prior board interaction or governance experience.
• Exposure to digital transformation, process improvement, and finance modernization initiatives.
• Additional certifications related to leadership, project management, or finance are a plus.