Corporate Controller

Grow with Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global‑leader of convenient, good‑for‑you fruit‑based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!

We’re looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead our accounting and controls function and help build a best‑in‑class finance organization. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who understands risks and how to build processes to mitigate them, has a sharp attention to detail, and has a strong technical background.

You’ll own the integrity of our financial reporting, the balance sheet, and control environment, while acting as a trusted thought partner to the executive leadership team. You’ll play a critical role in strengthening governance, ensuring audit readiness, and maintaining operational discipline across the company. This role is positioned at the Director level, with the opportunity to broaden responsibility as the business scales.

This role will be based out of our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our company in‑office schedule is designed to maximize collaboration and relationship building balanced with flexibility and well‑being with 3 days in office and Thursdays/Friday being remote, flex days.

• Manage the general ledger through the monthly/quarterly/annual close processes
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and balance sheet integrity
• Design, implement, and maintain a strong control environment
• Lead internal and external audits and support Audit Committee requirements
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and governance expectations
• Oversee accounting for incentive programs
• Support pension‑related accounting and Pension Committee activities
• Partner with FP&A on forecasting, targets, and performance measurement
• Support monthly and annual business reviews with accurate financial insights
• Ensure compliance with various taxing authorities
• Prepare and present materials to the Audit Committee
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and controls team

• A trusted accounting leader with strong judgment and high standards
• Deeply committed to accuracy, discipline, and control excellence
• Comfortable operating at both the technical and executive levels
• A proactive partner who anticipates risks and solves problems
• A people leader who builds strong, capable teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive controllership or accounting leadership experience
• Expertise in GAAP, controls, audits, and balance sheet management
• Experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, or complex operations preferred
• Strong leadership and executive communication skills

• Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
• Inclusive Culture:
  Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
• Passionate Community:
  You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business
• Hybrid work model:
  Flexible & collaborative work environment to maximize well‑being & success
• Paid Time Off and Holidays:
  Enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
• Paid Volunteer Time Off: 40 hours of paid volunteer time
• Development & Advancement:
  Formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
• 401K plan with Generous Company Match
• Flexible Benefits from your first day:
  Choose the benefits that meet your needs and preferences
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
• Paid parental (and adoption) leave – Available after 12 months of employment

The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $175,000 - $195,000 annually for US-based employees. This range…