REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3 to 5 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role.
• Prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm is strongly preferred, with demonstrated expertise in audit, technical accounting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record of leadership large, complex organizations, preferably in multinational or multi-entity environments.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, tax laws and regulations, including experience in tax filing and compliance, and audit processes.
• Experience in preparing technical accounting memos for complex transactions.
• Experience with financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and monthly/quarterly close processes.
• Prior experience with SAP and advanced Excel skills required.
• Experience in a multinational company with cross-border transactions.
• Exposure to M&A transactions and purchase accounting.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external auditors, tax advisors and regulators.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $125,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 7700

The Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial integrity and compliance of the US operations. This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with US GAAP, managing tax filings, overseeing audits, reconciling balance sheets, and preparing accounting memos for complex transactions. The ideal candidate has a strong technical accounting background, deep knowledge of US regulatory requirements, and the ability to drive financial accuracy and efficiency.

1. US Tax Filings and Compliance:

• Oversee federal, state and local tax filing, ensuring timely and accurate submissions in compliance with tax obligations.
• Manage the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual tax provisions in line with both tax laws.
• Stay up to date with changes in international tax laws, including transfer pricing, base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) initiatives, and other global tax reforms.
• Support the tax compliance process, ensuring tax positions are accurately reflected in consolidated financial statements and disclosures.

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
• Ensure all financial reporting is in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review monthly, quarterly and annual balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.

1. Audit Management and Regulatory Compliance:

• Lead and manage annual external audits and coordinate with auditors to ensure smooth audit processes, including preparing necessary documentation and resolving audit findings.
• Draft technical accounting memos for complex and non-routine transactions, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with accounting standards.
• Ensure timely and accurate responses to regulatory authorities’ requests for information related to tax filings and accounting practices.

1. Ad-hoc Projects and Process Improvement:

• Lead or participate in special projects aimed at improving tax compliance and financial reporting efficiency.
• Ensure optimal utilization of ERP, driving process automation and continuous improvement in financial reporting.
• Contribute to system implementations or upgrades related to corporate financial systems (e.g., ERP, tax software).