Controller - Temporary (4 month Contract)
Woburn, MA
United States /
Hybrid /
Hybrid
The Team:
Reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance, the [Global Controller / Global Director of Accounting] is a key member of the Unison finance and investment teams. The candidate will partner with Unison executives and external consultants to identify and implement tax and accounting strategies across multi-national operations. The candidate will lead the day-to-day compliance operations, with direct responsibility for all tax and accounting activities.
The Job:
· Prepare monthly financial statements in compliance with regulatory and contractual financial deadlines
· Manage staff and external accounting and tax vendors to ensure compliance across all entities, products, and countries
· Develop, monitor, and enforce appropriate accounting policies and company controls
· Support accounting process including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets
· Prepare managerial reporting including operational KPIs
· Support Finance and Business teams in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and related business plans
· Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards
· Lead the cross-border consolidation of the financial data of the group entities
· Perform ad-hoc financial analysis
Required Education and Experience:
· Bachelor's degree in the field of Accounting or Finance
· CPA certification
· 8+ years of relevant experience
· Previous experience managing general ledger accounting and monthly close
· Experience with multi-entity management
· Experience with transfer pricing
· Experience with lease accounting and FX accounting a plus
· Highly analytical, and organized with exceptional attention to detail
· Expert knowledge of Excel and ERP
Personal Attributes:
The successful candidate will bring a high level of ethical, intellectual, professional, and personal values that complement the team and company culture, including:
· Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to learn.
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
· Proven ability to deliver results and prioritize tasks in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.
· Outstanding analytical skills.
· Respect for colleagues and sense of humor.
Other Details:
· Competitive salary, remote work, paid holidays, paid time off, and paid bereavement
· Must be authorized to work in the United states without visa sponsorship
$85 - $100 an hour
