Global Controller

We are partnering with a NYSE-listed company in search of an International Controller to join their senior finance leadership team. This is a high-impact, highly visible role for a technically strong accounting leader who thrives in complex, global environments and is ready to drive meaningful change. The organization is at an important inflection point — they need someone who can come in, assess what needs to be fixed, and build the foundation for scalable, compliant accounting operations across their international footprint, with a primary focus on Mexico and Brazil. This is not a maintenance role. The right candidate will be a hands‑on leader who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, leading a team, and partnering cross‑functionally to deliver results. What You Will Do Lead SOX compliance efforts and drive the remediation of material weaknesses across international operations, with a specific focus on Mexico and Brazil Own technical accounting across key areas including revenue recognition, CapEx, fixed assets, derivatives, foreign exchange, and consolidations Clean up the balance sheet, identify and correct errors, and build the controls and processes needed to support a complex, growing global organization Partner closely with EY to deliver a cleaner, more efficient audit Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10–15 accounting professionals across New York and Mexico Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across international entities Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation across complex global structures Serve as a key business partner to senior leadership and other departments across the organization What They Are Looking For CPA required; Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant time in a public company environment Deep knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls Strong technical accounting competence across US GAAP, consolidations, FX, and derivatives Proven experience leading and managing large accounting teams — 10 or more direct and indirect reports Experience operating within complex global structures with heavy intercompany activity Latin America experience (Mexico and/or Brazil) is a strong plus Ability to operate with urgency, drive accountability, and build structure where it does not exist #J-18808-Ljbffr