Hiring Accounting Controller

Role & responsibilities

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About the Role

Accounting Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with

  U.S. GAAP

  .
• Oversee compliance with

  IRC, IRS, and state-level tax filings

  (in collaboration with external CPAs and auditors).
• Develop, implement, and monitor

  internal controls

  to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with U.S. finance and leadership teams to support financial planning, cash flow management, and business strategy.
• Manage audits (internal/external) and maintain documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Oversee and mentor junior accountants or outsourced teams (if applicable).
• Provide management with timely reports on variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Stay current on U.S. accounting standards, tax laws, and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.

• 710 years of progressive accounting/controllership experience

  , preferably with exposure to U.S. entities.
• Strong understanding of

  U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance

  .
• Experience with

  QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP/accounting software

  .
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with U.S.-based leadership and external auditors.
• Prior experience working with multinational companies is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of U.S. corporate tax structure and compliance.
• Familiarity with multi-entity, multi-currency operations.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Leadership experience in managing offshore/onshore teams.

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