Global Controller

Global Controller

The Global Controller will lead Wellington's global accounting, financial reporting and revenue operations, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance across all jurisdictions. The role is responsible for overseeing global financial operations and driving excellence in accounting processes and reporting. This individual will play a pivotal role in developing high-performing finance teams and implementing continuous process improvements to support the firm's ambitious growth goals. The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

The ideal leader has operated successfully at a global level, managing the complexities of an evolving business with growth in new geographies, products and channels. The Global Controller will create a strategic vision and direction for the accounting, invoicing and financial reporting function. This will necessarily entail soliciting input across key stakeholders and ensuring the team fully understands the vision and their role in its execution.

Candidates should enjoy being part of a dynamic leadership team that seeks to innovate and constantly look for opportunities to increase the value of our interactions and deliverables to our business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a global team with a focus on professional growth, accountability and collaboration
• Oversee delivery of global financial results, ensuring accuracy, integrity and timeliness
• Manage external audit processes and maintain strong internal controls across all entities
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and international accounting standards, as well as regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting, reporting and reconciliation processes emphasizing process improvement
• Implement scalable systems, policies and controls to support the firm's global growth
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and process improvements to reduce inefficiencies and enhance reporting accuracy
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and firm leadership on accounting, operational and financial control matters
• Support firm-level strategic initiatives, including new product launches, fund structures and geographical expansions

Qualifications

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.