We're Celonis, the global leader in Process Mining technology and one of the world's fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing data and intelligence at the core of business processes - and for that, we need you to join us.
The Role:
As the Global Controller, you’ll be responsible for the company’s external financial reporting, global accounting operations, internal controls/SOX, procurement and group tax functions.
The Global Controller, will be a strategic leader and a critical member of the CFO Leadership team. He/She will lead, motivate,e and manage an organization of 50+ people and will actively partner with the other key members of the CFO leadership team (VP FP&A, VP Go-To-Market Finance, VP Treasurer, VP Investor Relations and SVP Revenue Operations) We seek a high-potential, hands-on, pragmatic accounting and finance professional with a demonstrated record of driving change to build best-in-class Controllership organizations in a public company environment and strong management and leadership skills.
The work you’ll do:
- Take accountability for the timely and accurate preparation of the company’s financial statements and for meeting all financial and tax reporting obligations globally.
- Lead and manage all accounting functions, including corporate technical accounting, consolidation, global accounting operations, and finance shared services.
- Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of the company’s internal control framework
- Lead and manage the procurement and group tax functions.
- Supervise the financial shared services operation.
- Oversee and manage the global accounting function, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and local accounting standards.
- Drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including account/variance analysis and reconciliation, ensuring high-quality financial statements.
- Identify and implement process improvements across accounting functions, focusing on automation, scalability, and operational efficiency.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to streamline financial processes, reduce manual work, and enhance financial reporting accuracy and timeliness.
- Participate in regulatory reporting, including tax planning and compliance across various jurisdictions, both US and foreign tax filings.
- Partner with the FP&A team on the annual budget, monthly forecast, various expense analytics, and other internal reporting activities
- Participate in the drafting and review of technical accounting positions and policy memos as necessary.
- Help to coordinate annual financial statement audits with external auditors, both domestic and international.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of internal control documentation.
- Own resolution of accounting questions/issues, including adoption of new accounting standards as necessary
- Lead, retain, and develop a high-performing accounting team and support their growth and professional development.
The qualifications you need:
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance
- Certified Public Accountant credentials required
- 10+ years of overall experience, previous experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area as a senior member of the accounting team
- Expert-level experience with Workdaytechnical accounting skills, including the ability to independently analyze transactions and contracts and document the related accounting analysis under GAAP
- Strong leadership, excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with ability to work across many departments
- Proven ability to manage, develop, and lead remote/distributed teams across different time zones
- Experience working with an accounting organization of similar size
- Experience in a SaaS business
The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location, based on a Full Time Schedule.
Total compensation package will include base salary + bonus/commission + equity + benefits (health, dental, life, 401k, and paid time off). Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to, applicant's qualifications, skills, experiences, and location.The base salary range below is for the role in New York, based on a Full Time Schedule. $195,000—$275,000 USD
What Celonis Can Offer You:
- Pioneer Innovation: Work with the leading, award-winning process mining technology, shaping the future of business.
- Accelerate Your Growth: Benefit from clear career paths, internal mobility, a dedicated learning program, and mentorship opportunities.
- Receive Exceptional Benefits: Including unlimited PTO, workplace flexibility, company equity (RSUs), comprehensive benefits, generous parental leave, dedicated volunteer days, and much more.
- Prioritize Your Well-being: Access to resources such as gym subsidies, counseling, and well-being programs.
- Connect and Belong: Find community and support through dedicated inclusion and belonging programs.
- Make Meaningful Impact: Be part of a company driven by strong values that guide everything we do: Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future.
- Collaborate Globally: Join a dynamic, international team of talented individuals.
- Empowered Environment: Contribute your ideas in an open culture with autonomous teams
About Us:
Celonis makes processes work for people, companies and the planet. The Celonis Process Intelligence Platform uses industry-leading process mining and AI technology and augments it with business context to give customers a living digital twin of their business operation. It’s system-agnostic and without bias, and provides everyone with a common language for understanding and improving businesses. Celonis enables its customers to continuously realize significant value across the top, bottom, and green line. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.
Get familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video.
Celonis Inclusion Statement:
At Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “The Best Team Wins”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that's when creativity and innovation happen.
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