Controller

Controller

Requirements

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and experience with complex accounting areas, including inventory, FX, and consolidations.
• Proven experience managing inventory accounting and foreign exchange risk in a multi-entity, multinational environment.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP), close management tools, banking platforms, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a high-performance team culture.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle accounting process for the US entity, including ownership of the month-end consolidated close process in compliance with US GAAP.
• Collaborate with the Finnish Accounting team and Finnish Group Controller to ensure appropriate and compliant processes are designed and implemented across all jurisdictions.
• Manage and optimize inventory accounting processes, including valuation, costing, and periodic counts.
• Lead foreign exchange (FX) management strategies, including exposure analysis, hedging, and currency conversion.
• Direct and oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely elimination entries.
• Manage consolidated financial reporting, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee the appropriateness of all ERP inputs, including Global Chart of Accounts, Items, Skus, Exchange Rates, etc.
• Supervise treasury operations, including cash flow management, bank relationships, and short-term investments.
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions specifically for the US entity, ensuring efficient and compliant payment processing and collections.
• Establish, document, and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Define Accounting function-specific KPIs and track accountability, driving towards high performance.
• Lead and mentor a team of 5+ accounting professionals, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Represent key accounting needs during financial systems implementations to ensure streamlined process, appropriate oversight, and optimized reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, procurement, and tax, to ensure alignment of financial objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the hardware and technology industry.
• Experience with both private and public company reporting.
• Experience with domestic and international markets.
• Experience working within a dual-reporting framework.