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Find Corporate Controller jobs for experienced finance leaders ready to oversee accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including corporate controller roles across industries and organizations.

What Does a Corporate Controller Do?

Corporate Controllers lead an organization’s accounting function and help ensure its financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant. They may oversee month-end and year-end close, financial statements, accounting policies, audit coordination, tax and regulatory reporting, and internal controls. Depending on the company, the role may also guide budgeting, cash management, systems improvements, and finance-team development.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep accounting and financial reporting expertise, strong knowledge of GAAP and applicable regulations, and experience leading teams and improving processes. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is typical; a CPA or other relevant credential may be preferred. Success also calls for sound judgment, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to partner with executives and operational leaders.

Corporate Controller Career Opportunities

Corporate Controller positions can be found in public and private companies, from growing businesses to large enterprises. The scope varies: some roles focus on accounting operations and close management, while others provide broad oversight of financial controls, reporting, audit, and strategic initiatives. Related titles may include Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Divisional Controller, and Vice President of Accounting.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Accounting Operations by managing accruals, investments, and intercompany activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and ensure accurate financial repo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$320K - $400K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust enterprise data risk management framework, ensuring effective oversight of data and AI risks while guiding senior leaders on critical technology issues to alig...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate revenue operations by owning the order-to-cash process, enhancing billing systems, and implementing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline revenue recognition and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead transformative Treasury solutions, guiding clients through complex challenges while fostering team growth and driving strategic initiatives to enhance delivery and market impact. Build lasting re...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure financial integrity through accurate reporting, analysis, and collaboration across departments. Leverage your expertise in accounting to support audits, grant management...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading project finance for large-scale federal jobs. Oversee job-cost integrity, forecasts, and compliance while collaborating with operations to mitigate risks and ensure fina...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading financial strategy and analysis for new market expansions. Collaborate with executives to drive capital allocation decisions, manage forecasting cycles, and build financial...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Shape and elevate the finance function by leading systems and processes that ensure accuracy and scalability. Collaborate across teams to drive automation, document workflows, and implement controls t...

Mclean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while driving continuous improve...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Lead financial strategy and governance for a key financial system, engaging in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform complex financial data into strategic...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career as a senior tax professional. Lead tax engagements, manage teams, and deliver exceptional service while navigating complex tax scenarios for a diverse client portfolio in a support...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Manage financial operations for a large-scale, multi-source IT services program. Collaborate with enterprise partners and ensure accurate financial reporting, chargebacks, and support for invoicing. E...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of financial reporting by leading monthly closes, banking operations, and consolidations in a dynamic, global SaaS environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $125K *

Explore accounting mastery by managing share-based compensation, pensions, and more in a dynamic finance team. Drive compliance and enhance processes to excel as a public company while collaborating c...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$164K - $246K *

Drive excellence in financial reporting and data integrity by overseeing the Pigment platform and corporate reporting infrastructure, ensuring timely, accurate financial insights that empower business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $142K *

Lead advanced accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SAP. Prepare complex financial reports and analyses while collaborating with auditors. Drive financial accuracy and support manage...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion the enhancement of financial reporting processes and efficiencies, ensuring accurate visibility into organizational performance. Collaborate with leadership on strategic projects to drive ope...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Oversee and lead a complex governance and control function, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies. Manage talent development, operational direction, and strategic partnerships to enhance risk...

Mount Laurel, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading teams in financial planning, analysis, and insights. Collaborate with executives to drive decision-making and optimize company performance through dat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize inventory across multiple locations, ensuring timely product availability and enhancing customer satisfaction through data-driven decisions and collaboration with cross...

South Plainfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of payroll and equity accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead process improvements while maintaining documenta...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive project accounting support, ensuring financial compliance and effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle while fostering strong...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $143K *

Drive vendor governance excellence by coaching stakeholders, enforcing accountability, and facilitating training. Ensure compliance with vendor management policies while fostering a culture of continu...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $110K *

Lead the governance of financial master data across enterprise systems, ensuring consistency and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define standards, evaluate changes, and enhance d...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$250K - $250K+*

Empower your career by providing strategic financial leadership for global growth, building a world-class finance function while driving value for stakeholders and investors. Collaborate remotely with...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Corporate Controller do?question toggle

    A Corporate Controller leads core accounting operations and oversees financial reporting, the close process, internal controls, and audit readiness. Responsibilities vary by organization and may include compliance, accounting systems, and finance-team leadership.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Corporate Controller jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek substantial accounting and reporting experience, a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and leadership skills. Many prefer a CPA and familiarity with GAAP, audit requirements, and relevant regulations.

  • How is a Corporate Controller different from a CFO?question toggle

    A Corporate Controller generally leads accounting, controls, and financial reporting, while a CFO typically has broader responsibility for financial strategy, capital, planning, and investor or board relations. At smaller organizations, responsibilities may overlap.

  • What is the typical salary for a Corporate Controller?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Corporate Controller opportunities.

  • Where can I find Corporate Controller jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Corporate Controller listings on Ladders to explore vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more and find opportunities aligned with your background and career goals.