Multi-Entity Controller

Description:

The Multi-Entity Controller oversees financial reporting, controls, and accounting for multiple related companies or locations, managing consolidation, GAAP compliance, budgeting, audits, and team leadership, while providing financial insights for strategic decisions, ensuring accuracy across all entities' GLs, AP/AR, payroll, and compliance with regulations like GAAP. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and expertise in ERP systems to manage complex financial operations and integrate diverse financial data into unified reports. Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight: Manage general ledger, consolidations, monthly/quarterly/annual closes for multiple entities.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare consolidated financial statements, variance analysis, and present insights to senior leadership.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead annual budgeting, reforecasting, and cash flow forecasting across all entities.
• Internal Controls: Maintain and strengthen internal controls, safeguarding assets and ensuring compliance.
• Audit Coordination: Manage external audits and liaison with auditors and tax advisors.
• System Implementation: Oversee and implement accounting software/ERP systems for efficiency.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to GAAP, tax laws, and regulatory requirements for all entities.
• A/P- Bill processing, Company uses Bill.com and the multi-entity controller is responsible for proper coding and timely payment of all invoices

Requirements:

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (CPA or MBA often preferred).
• Experience: 5-10+ years in accounting, with leadership and multi-location/entity experience.
• Skills: GAAP expertise, ERP proficiency (e.g., Dynamics, NetSuite), analytical thinking, strategic leadership, communication.