Director, Controllership - Technical Accounting

Walmart, Inc.

$110K — $220K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; 5-7 years' experience in finance or accounting
  • 2 years' supervisory experience
  • Strong experience in technical accounting, financial reporting, and audits
  • Deep knowledge of GAAP and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Proven ability to advise on complex accounting issues and influence stakeholders
  • Experience with internal controls and SOX compliance
  • Track record of developing talent and leading accounting teams

Responsibilities

  • Oversee technical accounting, financial reporting, and audits to ensure GAAP compliance
  • Evaluate complex transactions and provide accounting guidance on financial impacts
  • Strengthen internal controls and risk management for SOX compliance
  • Lead budgeting support and variance analysis to inform decisions
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance accounting processes and reporting accuracy

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and influence accounting strategy in a complex organization
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional interaction
  • Focus on professional growth and development of high-performing teams
  • Exposure to strategic initiatives that drive scalable, compliant growth
  • Engagement in high-level financial operations and compliance management
Full Job Description
Position Summary...
Lead technical accounting strategy and execution to ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls across complex business areas. This role partners with cross-functional leaders to interpret accounting standards, advise on strategic initiatives, and strengthen financial processes that support scalable, compliant growth.

What you'll do...

  • Oversee technical accounting, financial reporting, and audits, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards


  • Evaluate complex transactions, provide accounting guidance, and advise on financial impacts of strategic initiatives


  • Strengthen internal controls and risk management frameworks, ensuring SOX compliance and audit readiness


  • Lead budgeting support, balance sheet reviews, and variance analysis to inform business decisions


  • Partner cross-functionally to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting accuracy


What you'll bring...

  • Strong experience in technical accounting, financial reporting, and audit within complex organizations


  • Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial statement analysis, and regulatory compliance requirements


  • Proven ability to advise on complex accounting issues and influence cross-functional stakeholders


  • Experience with internal controls, SOX compliance, and risk management practices


  • Track record of developing talent and leading high-performing accounting teams


The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 5 years' experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 7 years' experience in finance, accounting, or related area.
2 years' supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Certified Public Accountant designation, Leading and completing cross-functional projects, Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, Using Essbase

Primary Location...

703 Associate Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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