Controller (Financial Reporting, GAAP/IFRS & Accounting Leadership) – Remote | U.S. HoursPosition Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Business HoursAbout the RoleAt Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and finance team performance.This is a senior, hands-on accounting leadership role with ownership across:Month-end and year-end closeGAAP/IFRS financial reportingInternal controls and audit readinessCash flow and treasury managementBudgeting and forecasting supportAccounting team leadershipERP and process improvementsYou’ll work closely with executive leadership and FP&A to maintain accurate financials, strengthen accounting operations, and turn financial data into actionable business insights.If you have deep accounting expertise, strong leadership experience, and can balance financial control with strategic decision support, this role is a strong fit.What You’ll OwnMonth-End & Year-End CloseOwn monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processesDrive a 5-business-day month-end closeReview and approve:Journal entriesAccrualsBalance sheet reconciliationsSupporting schedulesEnsure general ledger accuracy and completenessPrepare and review consolidated:Profit & Loss StatementsBalance SheetsCash Flow StatementsIdentify and resolve accounting discrepancies before reporting deadlinesFinancial Reporting & AnalysisPrepare accurate GAAP/IFRS-compliant financial statementsDeliver timely monthly and quarterly reporting packagesPerform budget-to-actual and period-over-period variance analysisTranslate financial results into clear insights for executive leadershipSupport:Board reportingInvestor reportingExecutive dashboardsManagement reportingProvide financial recommendations that support business decision-makingInternal Controls, Audit & ComplianceDesign, implement, and maintain effective internal controlsStrengthen accounting policies, procedures, and approval workflowsEnsure compliance with applicable regulatory, accounting, and tax requirementsManage external audit processesPrepare and coordinate PBC (Prepared by Client) schedulesMaintain organized, audit-ready financial documentationProactively identify financial and compliance risksBudgeting & ForecastingPartner with FP&A and leadership on annual budgets and forecastsAnalyze financial performance against plansSupport scenario planning and capital allocation decisionsProvide accounting and financial insights for strategic initiativesHelp leadership understand financial risks, opportunities, and trade-offsTreasury & Cash ManagementMonitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capitalMaintain visibility into short- and long-term cash requirementsSupport cash planning and treasury operationsOversee debt compliance and credit facilitiesHelp maintain financial stability as the organization growsAccounting Team LeadershipLead, mentor, and manage accountants and finance team membersDelegate responsibilities and establish clear prioritiesReview team outputs for accuracy and completenessDevelop team capabilities and strengthen accounting disciplineEstablish high standards for:AccuracyTimelinessDocumentationAccountabilitySystems & Process ImprovementIdentify inefficiencies across accounting and reporting workflowsLead or support ERP implementations and system improvementsAutomate repetitive accounting and reporting processesDevelop and improve financial SOPsStrengthen scalability as transaction volume and organizational complexity increaseImprove financial visibility through better systems, reporting, and controlsRequired Experience & SkillsMust-HaveBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience2+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experienceStrong knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRSProven experience owning month-end and year-end closeStrong financial statement preparation and reporting experienceExperience designing or maintaining internal controlsExperience supporting or managing external auditsHands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems such as:NetSuiteSAPOracleQuickBooks EnterpriseAdvanced Excel / Google Sheets proficiencyStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent written and verbal English communicationComfortable leading teams remotely during U.S. business hoursNice to HaveCPA, ACCA, MBA, or equivalent professional qualificationPrevious experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Finance ManagerERP implementation or accounting system migration experienceM&A integration experienceMulti-entity or consolidated accounting experienceBackground in:SaaSProfessional servicesReal estateExperience with BI and reporting platforms such as:Power BITableauLookerWhat Makes You a Strong FitYou take full ownership of financial accuracy and reportingYou can lead a finance team while remaining hands-on when neededYou understand both the technical and operational sides of accountingYou proactively identify financial risks and control weaknessesYou can translate complex financial information into clear executive insightsYou build scalable processes rather than relying on manual workaroundsYou hold yourself and your team to high standards for accuracy and deadlinesYou’re comfortable partnering directly with senior leadershipWhat a Typical Day Looks LikeYou might start by reviewing close progress, reconciliations, cash position, and outstanding accounting items.Throughout the day, you’ll review financial statements and journal entries, analyze variances, collaborate with FP&A and leadership, respond to audit or compliance requirements, and provide guidance to accounting team members.You’ll also work on longer-term improvements such as ERP optimization, automation, internal controls, and accounting SOPs.In short: you own the financial control environment—ensuring leadership has accurate numbers, reliable processes, and clear financial visibility.Key Metrics for SuccessMonth-end close completed within 5 business daysAccurate and timely financial statementsZero material audit adjustments100% on-time compliance and required filingsStrong balance sheet reconciliation accuracyReliable cash flow and liquidity visibilityImproved accounting workflow efficiencyHigh-performing and accountable finance teamClear, actionable financial insights for leadershipTools & TechnologyNetSuiteSAPOracleQuickBooks EnterpriseMicrosoft ExcelGoogle SheetsPower BITableauLookerWhy This Role Stands OutFull ownership of a high-impact accounting functionDirect collaboration with executives and senior leadershipOpportunity to influence financial and operational decision-makingLeadership responsibility with meaningful team ownershipOpportunity to improve ERP systems, controls, and accounting processesFully remote environmentGrowth potential into:Senior ControllerCorporate ControllerVP of FinanceFinance LeadershipInterview ProcessInitial Screening CallRecruiter InterviewClient / Leadership InterviewOffer & OnboardingApply NowIf you’re an experienced Controller or accounting leader who can own financial reporting, lead close processes, strengthen controls, develop teams, and provide leadership with reliable financial insights, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today and take ownership of a finance function where accuracy, leadership, and strategic financial visibility directly impact business growth.#Controller #FinancialController #Accounting #FinancialReporting #GAAP #IFRS #MonthEndClose #NetSuite #FinanceLeadership #AccountingJobs #RemoteJobs #FinanceJobs #RemoteWork
Controller (Financial Reporting, GAAP/IFRS & Accounting Leadership) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and finance team performance.
This is a senior, hands-on accounting leadership role with ownership across:
- Month-end and year-end close
- GAAP/IFRS financial reporting
- Internal controls and audit readiness
- Cash flow and treasury management
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Accounting team leadership
- ERP and process improvements
You’ll work closely with executive leadership and FP&A to maintain accurate financials, strengthen accounting operations, and turn financial data into actionable business insights.
If you have deep accounting expertise, strong leadership experience, and can balance financial control with strategic decision support, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
Month-End & Year-End Close
- Own monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
- Drive a 5-business-day month-end close
- Review and approve:
- Journal entries
- Accruals
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Supporting schedules
- Ensure general ledger accuracy and completeness
- Prepare and review consolidated:
- Profit & Loss Statements
- Balance Sheets
- Cash Flow Statements
- Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies before reporting deadlines
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare accurate GAAP/IFRS-compliant financial statements
- Deliver timely monthly and quarterly reporting packages
- Perform budget-to-actual and period-over-period variance analysis
- Translate financial results into clear insights for executive leadership
- Support:
- Board reporting
- Investor reporting
- Executive dashboards
- Management reporting
- Provide financial recommendations that support business decision-making
Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance
- Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls
- Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and approval workflows
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accounting, and tax requirements
- Manage external audit processes
- Prepare and coordinate PBC (Prepared by Client) schedules
- Maintain organized, audit-ready financial documentation
- Proactively identify financial and compliance risks
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Partner with FP&A and leadership on annual budgets and forecasts
- Analyze financial performance against plans
- Support scenario planning and capital allocation decisions
- Provide accounting and financial insights for strategic initiatives
- Help leadership understand financial risks, opportunities, and trade-offs
Treasury & Cash Management
- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and working capital
- Maintain visibility into short- and long-term cash requirements
- Support cash planning and treasury operations
- Oversee debt compliance and credit facilities
- Help maintain financial stability as the organization grows
Accounting Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and manage accountants and finance team members
- Delegate responsibilities and establish clear priorities
- Review team outputs for accuracy and completeness
- Develop team capabilities and strengthen accounting discipline
- Establish high standards for:
- Accuracy
- Timeliness
- Documentation
- Accountability
Systems & Process Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies across accounting and reporting workflows
- Lead or support ERP implementations and system improvements
- Automate repetitive accounting and reporting processes
- Develop and improve financial SOPs
- Strengthen scalability as transaction volume and organizational complexity increase
- Improve financial visibility through better systems, reporting, and controls
Required Experience & Skills
Must-Have
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
- 2+ years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRS
- Proven experience owning month-end and year-end close
- Strong financial statement preparation and reporting experience
- Experience designing or maintaining internal controls
- Experience supporting or managing external audits
- Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems such as:
- NetSuite
- SAP
- Oracle
- QuickBooks Enterprise
- Advanced Excel / Google Sheets proficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal English communication
- Comfortable leading teams remotely during U.S. business hours
Nice to Have
- CPA, ACCA, MBA, or equivalent professional qualification
- Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Finance Manager
- ERP implementation or accounting system migration experience
- M&A integration experience
- Multi-entity or consolidated accounting experience
- Background in:
- SaaS
- Professional services
- Real estate
- Experience with BI and reporting platforms such as:
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- You take full ownership of financial accuracy and reporting
- You can lead a finance team while remaining hands-on when needed
- You understand both the technical and operational sides of accounting
- You proactively identify financial risks and control weaknesses
- You can translate complex financial information into clear executive insights
- You build scalable processes rather than relying on manual workarounds
- You hold yourself and your team to high standards for accuracy and deadlines
- You’re comfortable partnering directly with senior leadership
What a Typical Day Looks Like
You might start by reviewing close progress, reconciliations, cash position, and outstanding accounting items.
Throughout the day, you’ll review financial statements and journal entries, analyze variances, collaborate with FP&A and leadership, respond to audit or compliance requirements, and provide guidance to accounting team members.
You’ll also work on longer-term improvements such as ERP optimization, automation, internal controls, and accounting SOPs.
In short: you own the financial control environment—ensuring leadership has accurate numbers, reliable processes, and clear financial visibility.
Key Metrics for Success
- Month-end close completed within 5 business days
- Accurate and timely financial statements
- Zero material audit adjustments
- 100% on-time compliance and required filings
- Strong balance sheet reconciliation accuracy
- Reliable cash flow and liquidity visibility
- Improved accounting workflow efficiency
- High-performing and accountable finance team
- Clear, actionable financial insights for leadership
Tools & Technology
- NetSuite
- SAP
- Oracle
- QuickBooks Enterprise
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Sheets
- Power BI
- Tableau
- Looker
Why This Role Stands Out
- Full ownership of a high-impact accounting function
- Direct collaboration with executives and senior leadership
- Opportunity to influence financial and operational decision-making
- Leadership responsibility with meaningful team ownership
- Opportunity to improve ERP systems, controls, and accounting processes
- Fully remote environment
- Growth potential into:
- Senior Controller
- Corporate Controller
- VP of Finance
- Finance Leadership
Interview Process
- Initial Screening Call
- Recruiter Interview
- Client / Leadership Interview
- Offer & Onboarding
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Controller or accounting leader who can own financial reporting, lead close processes, strengthen controls, develop teams, and provide leadership with reliable financial insights, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take ownership of a finance function where accuracy, leadership, and strategic financial visibility directly impact business growth.
#Controller #FinancialController #Accounting #FinancialReporting #GAAP #IFRS #MonthEndClose #NetSuite #FinanceLeadership #AccountingJobs #RemoteJobs #FinanceJobs #RemoteWork
Pavago - Connecting You to Global Remote Opportunities 🌍At Pavago, we redefine the boundaries of talent recruitment. Dive into a world where your geographical location doesn't restrict your career aspirations. As a distinguished international recruitment agency, we specialize in connecting remote talents with companies eager to tap into global expertise.🌟 Why Consider Opportunities Through Pavago?Competitive Pay: Command the salary you deserve, regardless of where you reside.Broad Horizons: Unlock a wide array of remote positions spanning diverse industries and regions.Skill Enrichment: Work alongside international teams, contribute your unique insights, and amplify your career trajectory.Whether you're a seasoned professional hunting for a novel global venture or a budding talent keen on leaving an international imprint, Pavago is your conduit to businesses that appreciate and seek out worldwide perspectives.Embrace a realm where opportunities transcend borders. Together, let's pioneer the next era of remote work. 🚀Explore global opportunities with us today!"
Pavago - Connecting You to Global Remote Opportunities 🌍
At Pavago, we redefine the boundaries of talent recruitment. Dive into a world where your geographical location doesn't restrict your career aspirations. As a distinguished international recruitment agency, we specialize in connecting remote talents with companies eager to tap into global expertise.
🌟 Why Consider Opportunities Through Pavago?
Competitive Pay: Command the salary you deserve, regardless of where you reside.
Broad Horizons: Unlock a wide array of remote positions spanning diverse industries and regions.
Skill Enrichment: Work alongside international teams, contribute your unique insights, and amplify your career trajectory.
Whether you're a seasoned professional hunting for a novel global venture or a budding talent keen on leaving an international imprint, Pavago is your conduit to businesses that appreciate and seek out worldwide perspectives.
Embrace a realm where opportunities transcend borders. Together, let's pioneer the next era of remote work. 🚀
Explore global opportunities with us today!"
