North America Controller

Sandella Sova is proud to partner with a global manufacturing leader on a search for their next Regional Controller. This is a hybrid role (4 days onsite). We are seeking a high-caliber North America Controller to join an innovative finance leadership team. This position serves as a strategic leader responsible for overall accounting operations across North America, bridging the gap between executive leadership, plant operations, and transactional finance functions. You'll play a critical role in driving financial reporting integrity, internal controls, and digital transformation for a premier manufacturing organization. You will also oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and General Accounting. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Controls: Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes in accordance with IFRS, while maintaining strong accounting governance and internal controls. Leadership & Development: Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing regional teams across AP, AR, Treasury, and General Accounting. Manufacturing & Costing: Partner with manufacturing leadership on inventory valuation, standard costing, variance analysis, and operational reporting. Finance Modernization: Champion automation, ERP optimization (SAP), and process standardization across all accounting functions. Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA preferred. 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience. Strong background in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment strongly preferred. Deep technical knowledge of IFRS and managing full-cycle transactional finance operations. Hands-on experience with major ERP systems (SAP preferred) and consolidation tools like OneStream or HFM. Proven ability to drive process improvements, manage change, and collaborate cross-functionally. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sandella Sova Search Partners