Global Corporate Controller

We are recruiting for an Atlanta-based global industrial company seeking a Global Corporate Controller to join its leadership team during an exciting period of international growth. With annual revenue between $100M and $250M and a strong track record of expansion, the company is investing in its infrastructure, talent, and global footprint to support future acquisitions and continued market growth.

About the role

This is a highly visible position within a collaborative executive team, offering the opportunity to work closely with both senior leadership and the private equity sponsor as the business moves toward its next stage of value creation. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Global Corporate Controller will lead all accounting operations worldwide while helping build a scalable finance organization capable of supporting international expansion.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Global consolidations, inventory and cost accounting
• Financial reporting, audit management, and treasury activities
• Regulatory compliance and strategic partnership with executive leadership on acquisitions and integration initiatives
• Process improvement and operational efficiencies
• Developing an international accounting organization as new entities are added
• Enhancing existing processes within a business that operates on NetSuite

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred
• Active CPA designation required
• 11-13+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
• Big 4 or national public accounting firm audit experience required
• Experience operating in a private equity-backed environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and global accounting operations
• Experience preparing and reviewing consolidated international financial statements
• Expertise in inventory accounting and cost accounting
• Proven success managing external audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance initiatives
• Experience leading accounting operations across multiple countries, entities, and currencies
• Proven ability to work in a lean team in a hands-on role and develop talent
• Background supporting acquisitions, due diligence efforts, integrations, and international expansion initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to build scalable accounting processes and infrastructure in a growth-oriented environment
• Experience developing and leading high-performing accounting teams, including global staff and finance leaders
• Advanced systems knowledge, including mid-to-large sized ERP platforms

Skills

• Executive presence with the ability to effectively partner with senior leadership, boards, investors, and external stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organization undergoing significant growth and transformation

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company’s 401(k) retirement plan
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses

Pay

Salary range is disclosed as required by local law for geographies that mandate it. Compensation depends on factors including the individual's skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, office location, and other business needs.

Note: This is an onsite opportunity based in Atlanta.