Job Overview – Corporate Controller:
Compensation: $180,000 – $200,000/year + bonus
Location: Bucks County, PA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)
Our client is hiring a Corporate Controller in Bucks County, PA, to lead financial operations across a multi-site, private equity-backed organization. This leadership role oversees accounting operations, GAAP/IFRS reporting, cost accounting, and strategic financial planning, while driving M&A activity, systems integration, treasury oversight, and global compliance. Ideal for senior finance professionals with manufacturing experience and a track record of success in complex environments.
Responsibilities as the Corporate Controller:
- Accounting & Financial Reporting: Oversee accounting operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and preparation of GAAP/IFRS-compliant financial statements.
- Budgeting & Planning: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow modeling to support business growth and planning.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop internal controls, manage tax reporting, and coordinate external audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
- ERP & Systems Management: Serve as ERP lead (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central), overseeing upgrades and integrations.
- Leadership & Development: Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
- Risk Management & M&A Support: Oversee financial risk, foreign entity consolidation, and purchase accounting for M&A activities.
Qualifications for the Corporate Controller:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required (MBA preferred).
- Certification: CPA or CMA highly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years in accounting and finance, including at least 10 years in leadership roles, with a strong background in manufacturing, cost accounting, inventory, and private equity environments.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBI, with experience in ERP systems and budgeting tools, and a background in system integration and financial transformation preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of GAAP/IFRS, foreign currency transactions, and purchase accounting.
- Skills & Attributes: Proven leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a track record of building controls and leading financial strategy.
- Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.