Controller

ControllerLocation: Chandler, AZ (Onsite – 5 days per week)Compensation: Up to $200K base + 20% target bonusAbout the OpportunityWe are partnering with an established, profitable technology company generating approximately $100 million in annual revenue to identify an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations and support its next phase of growth.Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will oversee multi-entity accounting, financial reporting, external audits, and international accounting operations across the US, Canada, and UK.In addition to leading the accounting function, the Controller will play a key role in Finance transformation, partnering closely with Technology and Finance leadership to modernize financial systems, streamline processes, and implement automation and emerging AI capabilities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the month-end close process across multiple domestic and international entities, including consolidations and intercompany accountingOversee general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, and supporting financial schedulesManage the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statementsOversee multi-currency accounting and international financial reporting across operations in the US, Canada, and UKServe as the primary accounting authority on technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricingLead external audits and coordinate statutory audit requirements across multiple international jurisdictionsPartner with external tax advisors on transfer pricing, indirect taxes, VAT, GST, and other compliance mattersDevelop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and standardized proceduresPartner with FP&A and cross-functional business leaders to support financial reporting, forecasting, and operational decision-makingLead Finance transformation initiatives focused on improving efficiency, accuracy, and scalabilityIdentify opportunities to leverage automation, AI-enabled tools, and advanced reporting capabilities across accounting and Finance processesPartner with Technology leadership on ERP enhancements, financial systems implementations, and process-improvement initiativesOversee outsourced accounting resources and ensure accuracy, accountability, and operational efficiencyQualifications10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilitiesCPA (active or inactive)Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, technical accounting, and internal controlsDemonstrated ability to independently manage a multi-entity month-end close processExperience with international accounting operations, including multi-currency transactions, consolidations, and intercompany accountingExperience leading external audits and coordinating international statutory audit requirementsKnowledge of transfer pricing and indirect taxes, including VAT and GSTExperience with financial systems implementations, Finance transformation, automation, and process improvement initiativesAbility to operate as both a strategic leader and hands-on individual contributor within a lean accounting organizationStrong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skillsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldExperience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance, Power BI, Tableau, or AI-enabled Finance tools is a plusPrior public accounting experience or experience within a private equity-backed organization is a plusWhy This OpportunityJoin an established, profitable technology company with a strong history of consistent performance and ambitious growth plansReport directly to the CFO and serve as a key partner to Finance and business leadershipTake broad ownership of accounting operations, financial reporting, international accounting, and external auditsPlay an active role in Finance transformation, with approximately 25% of the position focused on technology, automation, and process improvementHelp drive the adoption of automation, AI, and advanced reporting capabilities across FinanceGain international accounting exposure across operations in the US, Canada, and UKJoin a stable organization with a long-term growth strategy and no anticipated near-term sale or transaction