Senior Director, Assistant Controller

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for aSenior Director, Assistant Controller based in United States.

The Senior Director, Assistant Controller will play a critical leadership role in strengthening financial operations and supporting business growth within a dynamic global organization. This position oversees financial close processes, technical accounting initiatives, internal controls, and scalable accounting operations. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, providing the opportunity to improve systems, automate processes, and build a high-performing finance function.

Working closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams, you will help ensure accurate reporting, operational efficiency, and strong financial governance. The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex financial challenges. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a growing organization by developing scalable infrastructure and driving continuous improvement across accounting operations.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual global financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across entities and currencies.
• Manage technical accounting research and application for complex areas including revenue recognition, leases, stock-based compensation, business combinations, and foreign currency transactions.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development opportunities.
• Oversee consolidation activities for international entities, including intercompany eliminations, transfer pricing coordination, and multi-currency reporting.
• Manage external audit relationships and ensure efficient audit preparation, documentation, and compliance.
• Partner with financial planning teams to align actual results, forecasts, and management reporting.
• Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across accounting operations, including evaluation and implementation of financial systems and tools.
• Oversee equity compensation accounting, reporting processes, and coordination with internal teams and external providers.
• Review technical accounting documentation and ensure appropriate support for complex accounting positions.
• Support strategic initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, financial due diligence, treasury activities, and business partnership requests.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and regulatory requirements across global jurisdictions.
• Champion automation, AI-enabled solutions, and emerging technologies to improve accounting efficiency and accuracy.
• Optimize the use of offshore and outsourced resources while maintaining strong controls and operational quality.
• Provide oversight of payroll accounting, benefits-related inputs, accounts payable operations, and treasury processes.
• Establish a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the accounting organization.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned accounting professional with extensive experience managing complex financial operations in a global technology or SaaS environment. They should combine strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership capabilities, business acumen, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience with a Big 4 or national accounting firm and industry experience.
• Experience working in SaaS, software, or other technology-driven environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience applying complex accounting standards, including ASC 606.
• Proven experience managing accounting teams and developing high-performing professionals.
• Experience with multi-entity international organizations, including foreign subsidiaries and multi-currency consolidation.
• Strong understanding of financial close processes,…