Global Controller

Splash International

. Lead Splash’s global accounting operations across the US headquarters and country offices in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Zambia .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in global accounting operations, including financial reporting, grant accounting, and compliance with US GAAP. Proven ability to lead multi-country accounting teams and ensure the integrity of financial records while maintaining strong internal controls.

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Global Accounting OperationsSage Intacct ProficiencyUS GAAP KnowledgeNonprofit Grant AccountingController Experience

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Hard Skills

General Ledger ManagementMonth-End CloseFinancial ReportingAudit CoordinationJournal EntriesReconciliationsRevenue RecognitionFinancial ControlsStatutory ReportingCost Allocation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCollaborative LeadershipTransparent CommunicationJudgment

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationInternational AccountingDonor RequirementsFinancial ComplianceStatutory Filing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Splash’s global accounting operations across the US headquarters and country offices in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Zambia
Report to the CFO and ensure the integrity of accounting records and financial reporting
Directly oversee and develop Country Finance Officers
Establish global expectations for general ledger management, month-end close, reconciliations, grant accounting, revenue recognition, financial controls, audit readiness, and statutory reporting
Lead the global accounting close process and establish common close calendars, country close packages, and deadlines
Oversee general ledger integrity, journal entries, accruals, prepayments, allocations, foreign-currency accounting, interoffice balances, and period-end adjustments
Consolidate and review country-level financial results and resolve or escalate material accounting issues
Maintain accounting policies and procedures consistent with US GAAP, donor requirements, and Splash’s legal and organizational structure
Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for management, auditors, and authorized stakeholders
Review country close packages, reconciliations, grant ledgers, accounts payable and receivable schedules, payroll reconciliations, fixed-asset records, and compliance calendars
Oversee grant accounting methodology, revenue recognition, donor restrictions, receivables, grant closeout, and cost allocation
Oversee internal financial controls, bank reconciliations, vendor controls, journal approvals, segregation of duties, and financial-system access
Coordinate financial statement, grant, country, and entity audits
Maintain statutory filing, tax, payroll, and financial compliance calendars
Own accounting-process standards and accounting requirements for Sage Intacct and related financial systems
Maintain standard operating procedures, close checklists, reconciliation templates, journal-entry controls, and country reporting packages
Provide accounting guidance and training to finance and non-finance colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience
At least 3 years in a Controller or equivalent senior accounting leadership role
Prior Controller experience in a nonprofit organization is required
Experience overseeing accounting across multiple countries is required
International nonprofit grant accounting experience is required
At least 3 years of hands-on experience using Sage Intacct is required
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
Experience with US government awards and other institutional donor requirements is strongly preferred
Experience leading or coordinating multi-country month-end close, consolidated reporting, balance-sheet reconciliations, external audits, and statutory compliance oversight
Ability to communicate technical accounting matters clearly across cultures and time zones
Strong judgment, attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and prioritization skills
Commitment to collaborative leadership, continuous improvement, transparent communication, and Splash’s mission and values
CPA license is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

18 days of paid time off, increasing by 2 days each year up to 28 days
11 paid holidays
Wellness Fridays with reduced hours
Two weeks of paid time off mid-year during July 4th week and the last week of the year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a 3% match
Flexible work schedules
Self-managed schedule within the team member’s time zone