Global Controller at Salute Inc.

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Technical Accounting, Audit, Governance, M&A Integration, US GAAP, IFRS, Internal Controls, SOX Readiness, Financial Policies, Consolidations, Revenue Recognition, Payroll, Fixed Assets, ERP System Optimization, Talent Development

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Title: Global Controller Location: Chicago, United States Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Company: Salute About Salute Salute is a high-growth, private equity–backed company delivering full-spectrum data center services, including advisory, QA/QC, commissioning, mechanical & electrical (M&E), and IT services. With a global footprint and a reputation for mission-critical excellence, Salute supports some of the most advanced data center environments in the world. As a mid-cap organization on an accelerated growth trajectory, Salute is investing in a world-class finance function to support scalable, sustainable operations. Position Summary Salute is seeking a dynamic and experienced Global Controller to lead the company’s global accounting function. Reporting to the Group CFO, this highly visible leadership role will be responsible for financial reporting, technical accounting, audit, governance, M&A integration, and private equity reporting. The Group Controller will also ensure robust financial policies and procedures are in place, enabling accurate, timely, and compliant reporting across Salute’s expanding global operations. Key Responsibilities Core Accounting & Reporting * Oversee global accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. * Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP (European entities IFRS). * Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. * Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. * Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. Governance & Financial Oversight * Lead the monthly close process, including balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and variance analyses. * Implement and manage a strong internal control environment, ensuring financial governance and audit readiness. * Support SOX readiness or equivalent control frameworks for private company environments. * Drive the development and enforcement of global accounting standards and operational compliance policies. Private Equity & Strategic Finance * Serve as a key finance liaison to Salute’s private equity sponsors, supporting investor reporting, debt covenant compliance, and board materials. * Lead purchase price accounting (PPA) and post-acquisition integration activities for all M&A transactions. * Support the CFO and corporate development team with due diligence, deal structuring, and integration strategy. Audit, Tax, Payroll External Reporting & Financial Relationships * Manage all aspects of the annual external audit, including coordination with audit firms and internal stakeholders. * Oversee preparation of the annual report and ensure accuracy of financial disclosures and compliance with investor expectations. * Lead all debt covenant reporting and manage communications with lenders and financial institutions. * Maintain strong banking relationships and support treasury activities including cash management, working capital, and financing initiatives. * Manage the tax department and ensure that Salute entities maintain global tax compliance, including corporate, sales, and other business-related taxes. * Oversee the payroll department, ensuring timely and accurate bi-weekly and monthly payroll processing across global entities Systems, Processes & Team Leadership * Build and lead a high-performing global accounting team, emphasizing talent development, accountability, and performance. * Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization (e.g., Sage). * Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Business Finance, Finance Operations, PMO/IMO, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required * 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience, including within public practice, facilities management, multi-entity, global, or project-based businesses. * Deep expertise in US GAAP, IFRS, technical accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls * Experience in private equity–backed companies and managing complex investor and lender reporting requirements * Proven ability to lead M&A financial integration and execute on purchase price accounting * Demonstrated success in establishing and enforcing accounting policies, corporate cost allocation models, and governance frameworks * Public accounting experience with strongly preferred, ideally with a Big 4 or large regional firm background * Excellent communication, executive presence, and leadership skills with a hands-on and collaborative mindset * Strong systems experience (e.g., Sage Intacct) and process automation tools Why Salute? * Join a mission-critical, fast-growing company shaping the future of global data center infrastructure services * Lead and scale a core function with direct impact on growth, strategy, and investor outcomes * Competitive compensation, equity opportunity, and the ability to work in a flexible, high-performance environment * Collaborate with an experienced leadership team and play a key role in a transformative phase of company growth Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@saluteinc.com [hr@saluteinc.com] for more information.

Responsibilities

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing global accounting operations, including consolidations, revenue recognition, and ensuring accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP/IFRS. The Controller will also lead the close process, manage internal controls, support SOX readiness, and handle M&A integration and purchase price accounting activities.