SR Controller Corporate Acctg & Compliance

Stolle Machinery Company

$125K — $150K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
  • CPA designation required
  • 10-15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
  • Prior experience in a Controller or similar leadership role
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting

Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and account reconciliations
  • Serve as primary coordinator for external financial statement audits
  • Coordinate activities with external tax advisors regarding tax matters
  • Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Collections activities

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with Finance leadership team
  • Opportunity for professional growth and leadership development
  • Involvement in diverse financial projects including ERP and automation initiatives
  • Travel opportunities for domestic and international engagement
  • Flexible work hours around financial reporting deadlines
Full Job Description
The anticipated closing date of this job posting is September 15, 2026.

JOB SUMMARY (the purpose and general nature of the job):

The Senior Controller - Corporate Accounting & Compliance is responsible for leading the Company's corporate accounting operations, financial close processes, treasury administration, tax compliance coordination, audit management, internal controls, and shared accounting services functions.

This role ensures timely and accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate policies, and appropriate coordination with external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, banks, and other professional service providers. The position serves as a key member of the Finance leadership team and partners closely with the Senior Controller - Multi-Site Operations and Senior Controller - FP&A.

The successful candidate is expected to possess strong accounting and finance knowledge but is not required to be the Company's ultimate technical accounting expert. The role requires practical business judgment, the ability to connect operating events with accounting, tax, treasury, and compliance implications, and the ability to coordinate appropriate internal and external resources to drive issues to resolution.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for corporate entities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and account reconciliations.
  • Coordinate consolidated reporting requirements with domestic and international subsidiaries.
  • Review accounting transactions and financial results for accuracy and completeness.
  • Support parent-company reporting requirements and ensure compliance with established accounting policies.
  • Ensure effective close processes and financial controls across the organization.


Audit & Internal Controls
  • Serve as primary coordinator for external financial statement audits.
  • Manage audit requests, schedules, and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate SOX/J-SOX compliance activities and control documentation.
  • Monitor control deficiencies and ensure timely remediation.
  • Promote audit readiness and financial discipline throughout the organization.
  • Maintain effective relationships with internal and external auditors.


Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
  • Coordinate activities with external tax advisors regarding federal, state, local, and international tax matters.
  • Support tax provision calculations, tax filings, and transfer pricing requirements.
  • Monitor tax compliance obligations and emerging tax issues.
  • Coordinate planning and documentation for restructuring, intercompany transactions, and special projects.
  • Ensure tax matters are addressed accurately and on a timely basis.

Treasury & Cash Management
  • Support the CFO in treasury oversight and liquidity management.
  • Coordinate banking relationships and treasury administration activities.
  • Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.
  • Oversee intercompany funding and cash transfer processes.
  • Support foreign exchange and treasury-related analyses as needed.

Shared Services Leadership
  • Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Collections activities.
  • Establish and monitor service levels, controls, and process performance.
  • Drive improvements in collection effectiveness and cash conversion.
  • Ensure appropriate financial controls over cash handling and disbursement activities.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.

External Advisor Management
  • Coordinate work performed by external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, banks, valuation specialists, and other professional service providers.
  • Ensure efficient communication, documentation, and follow-up across projects.
  • Effectively integrate professional advice into practical business recommendations.
  • Escalate material risks and compliance concerns to the CFO.

Process Improvement & Systems
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
  • Support ERP, reporting, and automation initiatives.
  • Participate in acquisitions, restructurings, integrations, and other special projects.
  • Translate business transactions and operating decisions into appropriate accounting, treasury, tax, and compliance actions.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: Minimal requirements for education, knowledge and experience:

Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
  • CPA designation required.
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred but not required.

Experience
  • 10-15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
  • Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
  • Experience working within operating companies strongly preferred.
  • Experience coordinating audits, tax matters, and professional service providers.
  • Experience in multinational organizations preferred.
  • Manufacturing industry experience beneficial but not required.

Skills & Competencies
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
  • Sound business judgment and practical problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to connect business events with accounting, compliance, treasury, and tax implications.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to coordinate internal teams and external advisors effectively.
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to balance compliance requirements with business objectives.
  • Leadership potential for broader finance leadership responsibilities.


PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities in the following environment:
  • Office-based role with periodic interaction with domestic and international finance teams.
  • Some domestic and international travel may be required.
  • Extended hours may be necessary during monthly close, audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting cycles.Disclaimer

This position description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities, duties, qualifications, physical demands, and working conditions associated with the role. It is not designed to be a comprehensive or exhaustive list of all job functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business. Stolle Machinery Co., LLC reserves the right to modify, interpret, amend, or discontinue any part of this position description at any time, with or without notice.

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