VP, Controller

Company Overview

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, providing innovative, secure, and personalized payment experiences to consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets. The company operates a global, two‑sided network that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers, offering a range of payment solutions, funding sources, and cross‑border capabilities.

About the Role

The VP, Corporate Controller will lead PayPal’s global accounting and financial reporting organization. This senior finance leader is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of external and internal financial reporting, SEC reporting, investor‑relations partnership, global technical accounting policy, sustainability/ESG reporting, and oversight of product, credit, and operating expense accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• SEC Reporting & External Financial Reporting
  • Prepare, review, and file all SEC reports (Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements) in compliance with SEC rules, GAAP, and other regulations.
  • Manage the quarterly and annual close and external reporting calendar, coordinating with Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors.
  • Serve as primary liaison with external auditors on audits, quarterly reviews, and technical accounting matters.
  • Maintain and enhance disclosure controls and procedures; support SOX/ICFR assessments.
  • Partner with Investor Relations on earnings releases, call materials, presentations, and non‑GAAP reconciliations.
  • Provide technical accounting expertise for investor and analyst inquiries.
  • Prepare Board and Audit Committee materials related to financial performance and reporting.
• Technical Accounting & Global Policy
  • Set and maintain global technical accounting policies and procedures across all business units and geographies.
  • Research and document accounting positions for complex and emerging transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, credit losses/CECL, business combinations, equity, new products).
  • Monitor emerging accounting standards (FASB/IASB) and lead impact assessments and implementation for new pronouncements.
  • Provide accounting guidance and training to business partners and finance teams worldwide.
• Sustainability / ESG Reporting
  • Own sustainability and ESG reporting, including data governance, controls, and disclosures aligned with SEC climate rules, CSRD, ISSB/IFRS S1 & S2, GRI.
  • Partner with Legal, Risk, Sustainability, and Operations to ensure accurate collection, validation, and reporting of ESG metrics.
  • Build scalable controls and processes for ESG data comparable to financial reporting rigor.
• Accounting Oversight
  • Lead functional teams for processing products, credit products, credit allowances/CECL reserving, and operating expenses.
  • Collaborate with finance teams to explain variances versus prior year, forecast, and budget.
  • Support US Bank information and accounting shared services.
  • Oversee preparation and review of consolidated balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
  • Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement across close and reporting.
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high‑performing global accounting organization; manage senior accounting leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA required).
• 12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including significant public‑accounting time (Big 4 preferred) and public‑company corporate accounting/reporting.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and SEC reporting; required public‑company reporting experience.
• Experience with financial services, fintech, or payments industry accounting (credit losses, CECL, financial instruments).
• Demonstrated partnership with Investor Relations and support for external communications.
• Experience building or maturing ESG/sustainability reporting programs.
• Strong people‑leadership experience managing multiple global accounting functions/teams.
• Excellent communication skills; experience presenting to executive leadership, Audit Committee, and Board.
• Preferred: prior role as Controller, Chief Accounting Officer, or similar senior reporting leader at a multi‑billion‑dollar public company.
• Preferred: experience with ERP and reporting systems (Oracle, SAP, Workday, NetSuite) and close/consolidation tools (OneStream, Blackline, HFM).
• Preferred: MBA or advanced degree.
• Preferred: experience with international/multi‑entity consolidations.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership – shape accounting strategy and build future‑state organization.
• Operational Excellence – drive process improvements, build controls, ensure consistency across large organizations.
• Business Acumen – understand business drivers and enable growth through accounting partnership.
• Technical Depth – expertise in GAAP, SEC reporting, revenue recognition, consolidations, and complex standards.
• Change Leadership – lead transformation, build buy‑in, and guide teams through significant change.
• People Development – attract, develop, and retain talent; coach through challenges.
• Communication – explain complex accounting topics to non‑finance audiences; present to senior leadership.
• Problem Solving – navigate ambiguous situations and deliver clear resolutions.

Pay

Base pay ranges vary by location (subject to experience and expertise):

• New York City, NY: $250,000 – $360,000 annually
• Chicago, IL: $250,000 – $360,000 annually
• Austin, TX: $250,000 – $360,000 annually
• San Jose, CA: $250,000 – $360,000 annually
• Scottsdale, AZ: $250,000 – $360,000 annually
• Omaha, NE: $250,000 – $360,000 annually

Additional compensation may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.

Benefits

PayPal offers comprehensive, choice‑based programs that support physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Benefits include generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for employees and families, resources for financial security, and mental‑health support.

Schedule

PayPal follows a balanced hybrid work model: three days in the office for collaboration and two days at the employee’s choice of a PayPal office or home workspace.