VP, Global Corporate Controller
Remote-US
Finance /
Full-time /
Remote
About Tala
Tala is on a mission to unleash the economic power of the Global Majority – the 4 billion people overlooked by existing financial systems. With nearly half a billion dollars raised from equity and debt, we are serving millions of customers across three continents. Tala has been named by the Fortune Impact 20 list, CNBC’s Disruptor 50 five years in a row, CNBC’s World's Top Fintech Company, Forbes’ Fintech 50 list for eight years running, and Chief's The New Era of Leadership Award. We are expanding across product offerings, countries and crypto and are looking for people who have an entrepreneurial spirit and are passionate about our mission.
By creating a unique platform that enables lending and other financial services around the globe, people in emerging markets are able to start and expand small businesses, manage day-to-day needs, and pursue their financial goals with confidence. Currently, over nine million people across Kenya, the Philippines, Mexico, and India have used Tala products. Due to our global team, we have a remote-first approach, and also have offices in Santa Monica, CA (HQ); Nairobi, Kenya; Mexico City, Mexico; Manila, the Philippines; and Bangalore, India.
Most Talazens join us because they connect with our mission. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Tala, we’d love to hear from you!
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Corporate Controller to join our world-class finance team. This critical leadership role will oversee and optimize all aspects of accounting operations in a complex, rapidly evolving environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our financial ecosystems and we want someone who is excited about solving the company’s hardest problems.
What You'll Do
- Own and scale the global accounting function by building high-performing teams, scalable processes, robust systems, and clear policies that support both hyper-growth and long-term sustainability
- Lead the monthly close, consolidation, and external reporting cycle, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with US GAAP, while driving readiness for SEC reporting standards
- Drive IPO readiness initiatives, including PCAOB audit standard readiness and implementation of public company financial controls and policies
- Manage relationships with auditors and other external advisors
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements across multiple jurisdictions
- Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to ensure proper revenue accounting treatment for new product launches
- Implement and enforce corporate policies and procedures covering invoice processing, cash management, expense reporting, and related governance
- Assist in the development, monitoring, and regular reporting of KPIs
- Foster a culture of truth-seeking, a sense of urgency, and a passion for excellence
What You'll Need
- CPA, Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and Big 4 Experience or related
- 10+ years of relevant experience, including senior-level controllership or corporate accounting roles
- Proven experience preparing a company for IPO or operating as a public company controller/senior accounting leader
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and internal control frameworks
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- System savvy; experience with Netsuite or similar ERP, and familiarity with financial automation tools
- Tech-forward, with experience and a desire to utilize AI and latest technologies to build scalable operations a plus
- Experience with multi-currency accounting, ideally in emerging markets
Preferred Requirements:
$200,000 - $285,000 a year
Our vision is to build a new financial ecosystem where everyone can participate on equal footing and access the tools they need to be financially healthy. We strongly believe that inclusion fosters innovation and we’re proud to have a diverse global team that represents a multitude of backgrounds, cultures, and experience. We hire talented people regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
