Global Corporate Controller

Nexthink

. Oversee global controllership functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting, internal control, revenue accounting, general ledgers, accounts payable, global tax, and financial systems .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeRemote • Boston • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $245,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in global controllership functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting, and internal controls, while driving automation and AI adoption to enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead and mentor a high-performing global team in a fast-paced environment.

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CPAGlobal ControllershipFinancial ReportingTechnical AccountingM&A Activity

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Hard Skills

US GAAPFinancial Statement PreparationInternal ControlsConsolidationSEC ReportingAccounting OperationsCOSO FrameworkRevenue AccountingGeneral Ledger ManagementAudit Processes

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedProcess-DrivenMentoringCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Financial SystemsAutomation ToolsAI Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

CPABS/MS in Accounting or Finance

Industry Keywords

Publicly Traded CompanyPE-Backed CompaniesGlobal Team ManagementFast-Growing EnvironmentStakeholder Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee global controllership functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting, internal control, revenue accounting, general ledgers, accounts payable, global tax, and financial systems
Oversee global consolidated US GAAP and local statutory audits
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including consolidation and financial statement preparation
Ensure financial statements are completed accurately and on time
Lead global technical accounting, including research and drafting accounting memos for routine and non-routine transactions
Build and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting based on the COSO framework
Develop, execute, and maintain global financial systems and processes
Drive automation and AI adoption to improve operational efficiency
Support M&A activity
Drive audit committee meeting agendas and prepare meeting materials
Collaborate with FP&A on senior leadership reporting, budgeting, and monthly forecasting
Mentor and develop a high-performing global team
Report to the CFO

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must be located in EST or CST only
BS/MS in Accounting or Finance
CPA required
Minimum of 15 years of accounting experience
Experience from a combination of a publicly traded company and PE-backed companies with revenue over $300M
Must be an existing Corporate/Global Controller in a scaled environment
5 years in a major public accounting firm
Experience in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and internal controls highly preferred
Experience scaling accounting operations in a fast-growing environment
Experience supporting M&A activity
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and process-driven
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and unstructured environment
Experience managing a global team and interacting with global stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% covered health, dental, and vision benefits for US employees
Access to life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death/personal loss coverage
Flexible hours
Unlimited paid time off
15 days of holidays
11 company-paid holidays
3 extra paid days for volunteering
Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work
Structured onboarding
Free access to professional training platforms
Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents/primary caregivers
6 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers
401(k) plan with up to 4% company matching contributions and immediate vesting
Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment