Controller

Job Summary:

Company: Elovate
Department: Finance
Reports To: Director Finance
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Controller to join our dynamic finance team. As a key member of a large, multi-country business that operates as a subsidiary of a major global corporation, the Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping financial processes, ensuring accurate accounting, delivering timely financial reporting, and fostering the growth and development of a distributed team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment.
Accounting Operations
• Oversee all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and reconciliations.
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring completeness and integrity of financial data.
• Maintain fixed asset ledger and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements.
Systems, Processes & Controls
• Improve and standardize accounting processes.
• Lead enhancements in ERP systems and reporting automation.
• Implement process improvements to reduce manual effort.
Leadership & Collaboration
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed finance team, promoting collaboration and continuous learning.
• Identify skill gaps and provide training opportunities to support professional development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive remote work culture, encouraging innovation and accountability.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent designation preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a controller or senior finance role for multi-country operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in process improvement, financial reporting, and managing remote teams.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and local accounting standards.
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems (e.g., ERP, SAP) and collaboration tools for remote work; NetSuite preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills preferred
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Leadership experience managing accounting teams.
Benefits
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a global organization.

Job Description:

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Controller to join our dynamic finance team. As a key member of a large, multi-country business that operates as a subsidiary of a major global corporation, the Controller will play a pivotal role in shaping financial processes, ensuring accurate accounting, delivering timely financial reporting, and fostering the growth and development of a distributed team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
•    Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
•    Prepare accurate, timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
•    Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis.
•    Maintain a strong internal control environment.
Accounting Operations
•    Oversee all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and reconciliations.
•    Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for multiple jurisdictions.
•    Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring completeness and integrity of financial data.
•    Maintain fixed asset ledger and depreciation schedules.
•    Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
•    Assist with audits and other financial reporting requirements.
Systems, Processes & Controls
•    Improve and standardize accounting processes.
•    Lead enhancements in ERP systems and reporting automation.
•    Implement process improvements to reduce manual effort.
Leadership & Collaboration
•    Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed finance team, promoting collaboration and continuous learning.
•    Identify skill gaps and provide training opportunities to support professional development.
•    Foster a positive and inclusive remote work culture, encouraging innovation and accountability.
Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent designation preferred.
•    Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a controller or senior finance role for multi-country operations.
•    Demonstrated expertise in process improvement, financial reporting, and managing remote teams.
•    Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and local accounting standards.
•    Advanced proficiency with financial systems (e.g., ERP, SAP) and collaboration tools for remote work; NetSuite preferred.
•    Advanced Excel skills preferred
•    Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
•    Leadership experience managing accounting teams.
Benefits
•    Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
•    Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
•    Flexible remote work arrangements.
•    Professional development and growth opportunities within a global organization.

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings Available:

1