Finance Controller

KONE

. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for US legal entities .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $179,200 - $235,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in financial reporting, compliance with IFRS and US GAAP, and balance sheet governance. Proven ability to lead high-performing finance teams and drive process improvements across accounting operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Of Progressive Accounting ExperienceCPA Or Equivalent Professional DesignationStrong Knowledge Of IFRS And Financial Reporting PrinciplesExperience With SAP Or Similar ERP SystemsAdvanced Excel And Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingBalance Sheet ReconciliationGeneral Ledger ProcessesFinancial Statement AnalysisAccounting Discrepancy ResolutionPayroll AccountingCash Flow OptimizationFinancial AnalysisProcess ImprovementAudit Activities

Soft Skills

Strong Leadership SkillsStakeholder ManagementAnalytical Problem-SolvingAttention To DetailInfluencing Peers

Tools & Technologies

SAPSAP BPCBlackLinePower BIAlteryxPower Automate

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

IFRSUS GAAPFinancial ComplianceFinance TransformationOperational Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for US legal entities
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting and balance sheet integrity
Review and approve key journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and reporting adjustments
Partner with Business Controllers and FP&A on financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting
Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, internal policies, and statutory requirements
Own balance sheet governance and reconciliation quality across key accounts
Oversee operational accounting activities including payroll, treasury, fixed assets, intercompany, P2P, and O2C processes as they impact the balance sheet
Ensure subledgers reconcile accurately to the General Ledger
Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, process gaps, and reporting risks
Lead external and internal audit activities for US entities
Maintain strong internal controls across financial reporting and accounting operations
Monitor and remediate control gaps, compliance risks, and process deficiencies
Partner with Shared Services and global finance teams on accounting and reporting execution
Drive automation, standardization, and process improvement initiatives across finance operations
Support finance transformation and systems enhancement initiatives
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team
Build partnerships across Finance, HR, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and Corporate teams
Provide financial insight and accounting expertise for business decisions and operational performance
Support liquidity management and cash flow optimization
Oversee cash-related accounting, bank reconciliations, and treasury-related balance sheet accounts
Support working capital governance, including AR aging, AP balances, unapplied cash, and intercompany settlements
Ensure foreign exchange and hedge accounting impacts are appropriately reflected where applicable
Oversee payroll accounting across salary, field, and hourly payroll environments
Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for wages, incentives, commissions, bonus accruals, stock compensation, benefits, and related employee costs
Ensure payroll-related balance sheet accounts are fully reconciled and supported
Partner with Payroll, HR, Treasury, Tax, and Shared Services to resolve accounting issues and improve payroll accounting processes
Support payroll-related audits, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations
Drive automation and operational improvements across payroll accounting activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive accounting, controllership, audit, or finance operations experience
Experience leading teams within a multinational or large corporate environment
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred
Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles
Knowledge of General Ledger and financial close processes
Knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations and controls
Knowledge of financial statement analysis and reporting
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems required
Experience with financial reporting and reconciliation tools such as SAP BPC or BlackLine preferred
Advanced Excel and analytical skills required
Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, or Power Automate is a plus
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to influence peers in a matrixed global organization
Ability to simplify complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders
Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Flexible work schedule
Opportunities to learn and grow
401K Employer Match
401k Employer Non-elective Contribution
Well-being Program
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance
Digital Health Solutions & Telehealth
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Family & Medical Leave
Parental Leave
Leave to Care for a Domestic Partner
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
Buy-Up Long-term Disability
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity & Accident Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Insurance
KONE Credit Union
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
KONE Annual Bonus plan at 20% Target Incentive (60/40) based on achievement of company goals and individual goals