Controller (Systems & Process Builder)

Our client is looking for a Controller to join their team. Reporting directly to the U.S. General Manager, with a functional reporting relationship to the CFO in France, you will play a key role in building and strengthening the company’s U.S. finance function. This is a hands-on, sole contributor opportunity for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. The Controller will lead the transition of accounting operations from an outsourced provider to an internal function, establish scalable financial processes and controls, oversee U.S. GAAP-compliant reporting, and drive ERP and business system optimization.

To be successful in this role, candidates should have a strong foundation in accounting and finance operations, experience working with ERP systems, and a proven ability to improve processes in a growing or evolving environment. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable rolling up their sleeves while partnering with both local and international leadership teams. This role offers significant visibility within a global organization and the opportunity to shape the future of the U.S. business.

Controller Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, treasury, financial reporting, and statutory reporting
• Own and drive the transition of accounting activities from an outsourced provider to an internal finance function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and best practices
• Execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Group reporting requirements
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring accurate stock valuation and inventory controls
• Manage client accounts, execute proactive credit control, and oversee the debt collection process to optimize working capital
• Manage treasury operations including bank relations, cash optimization, and cash-flow plans
• Ensure compliance with US federal and state tax regulations
• Coordinate external audits and manage relationships with auditors, banks, and administrators
• Drive ERP and business systems optimization initiatives, ensuring financial processes, reporting structures, and data integrity support business growth and operational efficiency

Do you have experience in GAAP?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience required
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory US reporting required
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems required, * accounting & finance: 7 years (Required)
• managing monthly, quarterly, and annual close: 3 years (Required)
• hands-on ERP system: 2 years (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, * 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you built an accounting function from the ground up or transitioned work in-house? A plus! If yes, please decribe.
• To start, this role will have no direct reports. You will own and execute all accounting operations independently. What in your background makes you the right fit?
• Have you worked within a global or foreign-owned organization?
• The base salary range is $140,000 - $180,000 DOE. Is this range acceptable for you?