Senior Manager, Controllership - Sam's Club

Reference: R-2530484Posted: 2026-06-02Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $90000 - $180000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: Sam's ClubBusiness Segment: Home OfficePosition Summary...The Senior Manager, Controllership, leads the oversight of financial accounting flows and processes and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This role ensures accuracy in financial statements, manages internal controls, and drives process improvements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires strong leadership to promote ethical practices and support business objectives through effective financial analysis and operational planning. The role demands a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and delivering value by aligning financial controls with organizational goals.About the team:The Controllership team at Sam’s Club provides thorough financial oversight, ensuring precise reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards. Collaborating with finance, operations, and business partners, the team delivers timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. Focused on risk management and process enhancement, it drives adherence to regulatory requirements and operational excellence. By aligning financial planning with business goals, the team plays a vital role in maintaining organizational integrity and enabling informed, data-driven outcomes that support sustained business success.What you'll do...Manage annual budget preparation by reviewing, analyzing, and consolidating preliminary budgets and presenting recommendations to senior management.Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet accounts, and audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.Lead accounting operations by applying technical accounting knowledge and resolving discrepancies to maintain compliance with statutory requirements.Ensure consistent application of policies and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance through thorough review and evaluation of financial statements.Drive execution of business plans by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and measuring performance to achieve objectives.Provide leadership through mentoring, training, and performance management to develop a high-performing team.What you'll bring...Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and technical accounting standards.Proven experience managing general ledger reconciliation, month-end closing, and financial statement analysis.Strong expertise in internal controls, compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and regulatory reporting requirements.Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting processes, analyze financial data, and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.Proficiency in accounting software and data analysis to support accurate financial reporting.Effective leadership skills with experience mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.Commitment to ethics, integrity, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.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.Your Career Journey at WalmartAt Walmart, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us as recruiters:We’ll reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in "@walmart.com.” or “@samsclub.com”.All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: .There is no cost or payment required to apply or be considered for a position.If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Walmart!At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!-Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage-Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance-Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.For information about PTO, see .- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location). At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet! -Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage-Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance-Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see .- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).ㅤㅤㅤㅤ‎ Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 4 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area. 1 year’s supervisory experience.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Relational Database Management System (RDMS), Working on cross-functional teams or projectsMasters: Business AdministrationFinancial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - CertificationPrimary Location...2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.SummaryThe Senior Manager, Controllership, leads the oversight of financial accounting flows and processes and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This role ensures accuracy in financial statements, manages internal controls, and drives process improvements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires strong leadership to promote ethical practices and support business objectives through effective financial analysis and operational planning. The role demands a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and delivering value by aligning financial controls with organizational goals. About the team: The Controllership team at Sam’s Club provides thorough financial oversight, ensuring precise reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards. Collaborating with finance, operations, and business partners, the team delivers timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. Focused on risk management and process enhancement, it drives adherence to regulatory requirements and operational excellence. By aligning financial planning with business goals, the team plays a vital role in maintaining organizational integrity and enabling informed, data-driven outcomes that support sustained business success.Preferred qualifications[]