Global Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the Finance Director/CFO and manage the complete finance and accounting functions across various countries and the global office.

• Assume responsibility for the enterprise-level month-end close, including all project offices and the US entity through comprehensive financial reporting.

• Supervise accounting, taxation, and reporting for international project offices; review transactions to ensure accurate posting in the US books.

• Process payroll for the US and oversee international payroll operations in each country, ensuring compliance and rigorous controls.

• Manage local-country VAT and tax reporting along with procurement practices at each site.

• Direct accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury operations, including cash management, foreign exchange exposure, and banking relationships.

• Develop and maintain the QuickBooks Online chart of accounts and calculate and apply indirect costs in accordance with contract and government requirements.

• Oversee project and corporate accounting and assist with contract billing, budgets, and audits for various government contract types.

• Collaborate with site Finance and Accounting Directors and support the CFO/Finance Director with US books, payroll, and tax reporting.

• Mentor, coach, and develop international finance and accounting coordinators.

• Create new processes and enhance existing policies, documenting them for consistent application across all offices.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, including expertise in international and multi-entity accounting.

• A Master’s degree in accounting, business, or a related discipline.

• Proficiency in both project accounting and corporate accounting.

• Experience in managing small to medium-sized government contracts, with knowledge of various contract types (e.g., cost-reimbursable, fixed-price, time-and-materials).

• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, including the creation of a chart of accounts and the calculation and application of indirect costs.

• Proven experience in overseeing US payroll and international payroll processes.

• Background in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury functions.

• Demonstrated ability to build teams, establish processes, and enhance policies.

• Willingness and capability to travel internationally as required.

• Preferred: Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or ACCA.

• Preferred: Knowledge of FAR/2 CFR 200 cost principles and government audit requirements.

• Preferred: Experience with VAT and local tax compliance across multiple countries.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.