Senior Director, Corporate Controller

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

This is a senior accounting leadership role responsible for building and scaling a modern corporate accounting function in a high-growth environment.
You’ll partner closely with the CFO and business leaders to shape accounting strategy, strengthen infrastructure, and support major business decisions.
The role oversees the full accounting lifecycle, including close, consolidation, financial reporting, compliance, audit, tax, and accounting systems.
You’ll lead a team of 4–8 professionals while developing processes that can support continued growth and increasing organizational complexity.
A major focus will be using technology, AI, and automation to streamline accounting workflows and improve the quality and speed of financial insights.
You’ll also help ensure the organization remains audit-ready and prepared for potential financing, M&A, or other strategic transactions.
This is a remote opportunity suited to a technically strong, commercially minded accounting leader who enjoys building scalable systems and developing high-performing teams.

Accountabilities
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Lead the end-to-end corporate accounting function, overseeing financial close, consolidation, reporting, compliance, audit, tax, and accounting systems.

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Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across U.S. and international entities, maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and continuous process improvement.

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Prepare and oversee consolidated financial statements under U.S. GAAP, including intercompany eliminations, multi-currency consolidation, and technical accounting assessments.

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Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to executive leadership, the Board, investors, and other relevant stakeholders.

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Own the external audit relationship and coordinate audit activities to ensure efficient, high-quality, and timely completion across applicable jurisdictions.

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Maintain and strengthen the internal control environment, developing scalable and audit-ready accounting infrastructure appropriate for a rapidly growing organization.

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Manage compliance requirements related to sales, use, and property taxes across multiple states and international jurisdictions.

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Monitor compliance with bank covenants, investor reporting requirements, and other financial obligations.

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Lead the accounting technology roadmap, including optimization of NetSuite and evaluation and implementation of AI-enabled accounting tools.

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Identify opportunities to automate close, reconciliation, reporting, and other accounting workflows, reducing manual effort while increasing analytical value.

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Partner with FP&A, Engineering, Operations, and other functions on accounting and financial systems integration.

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Manage, mentor, and develop an accounting team of approximately 4–8 employees, including the Assistant Controller, while fostering accountability and career growth.

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Serve as a trusted financial and accounting advisor to leaders across Sales, Product, Operations, Legal, HR, and other business functions.

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Partner with the CFO on M&A, debt financing, tax strategy, investor relations, and other strategic financial initiatives.

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Collaborate with external tax advisors on tax provisions, filings, compliance, and strategic planning.

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Continuously evaluate accounting processes and policies, introducing improvements that support scalability, efficiency, and transaction readiness.

Requirements

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12+ years of progressive accounting experience , including at least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership position.

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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.

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CPA certification required.

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Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including financial con