North America Controller (NA Controller)
Summary
Lead North America financial operations for a global software company, overseeing revenue accounting, US GAAP compliance, and M&A integration.
Who: A growing global software and technology company is seeking a North America Controller to lead regional financial operations.
What: Oversee revenue accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, technical accounting, and purchase accounting initiatives.
When: Full-time opportunity.
Where: Onsite in Alpharetta, GA.
Why: To ensure accurate financial reporting, support M&A integration, and drive compliance with US GAAP standards.
Office Environment: Collaborative, fast-paced onsite corporate office supporting a global finance organization.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Job Description:
The NA Controller leads revenue accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, audit coordination, and technical US GAAP implementation, including ASC 606 and purchase accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead monthly and quarterly financial reporting processes.
Oversee revenue accounting and general ledger activities.
Manage the month-end and quarter-end close cycles.
Lead technical accounting research and implementation of new standards.
Oversee ASC 606 revenue recognition and capitalized software accounting.
Direct global purchase accounting and purchase price allocation processes.
Support mergers and acquisitions with US GAAP policy implementation.
Coordinate and lead the annual external audit process.
Conduct net working capital settlement analyses.
Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting support.
Collaborate with global cross-functional accounting teams.
Qualifications:
10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Public accounting experience with Big 4, national, or regional firm.
Experience in software or technology companies.
Deep expertise in US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition.
Experience with purchase accounting and purchase price allocations preferred.
Strong analytical and technical accounting skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with structured, methodical work approach.
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.