Americas Statutory Controller

Microsoft

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 96,500 - 206,400

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Controller in Atlanta, GA. The role involves managing accounting for multiple entities, overseeing financial processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience and expertise in US GAAP/IFRS.

Qualifications

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields with required experience.
1+ year working with US GAAP/IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex accounting records.
Prepare complex financial statements and disclosures.
Manage governance of vendor team outputs.
Coordinate with local controllers and auditors.
Contribute to process-improvement efforts.
Research accounting standards and respond to queries.
Support Finance initiatives including tax structure.

Skills

US GAAP compliance

Financial statement preparation

Accounting policy interpretation

Education

Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance

Job description

Base pay range

$96,500.00/yr - $206,400.00/yr

Overview

The Microsoft Americas Statutory Controllership and Intercompany Center of Excellence team is part of the Global Finance Operations organization. The team ensures statutory accounting and regulatory obligations for the Americas and Canada for the business streams that run through the Americas Operations Center: Volume Licensing, original equipment manufacturers (OEM), Xbox Third Party, and Skype US. It also ensures compliant financial processes for recording and settlement of global intercompany transactions. The Americas Statutory Controller role will manage several US and LATAM entities, oversee Financial Close, and coordinate external audits and statutory financial statements, including local adjustments and disclosures under IFRS 16 leases.

The role emphasizes cross-group collaboration, adherence to policy and standards, and a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk management. Microsoft’s Finance vision is to partner with the business to drive outcomes, guided by core values of People, Prioritization, Partnership and Protect, and Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and every organization to achieve more. We strive for a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex accounting records in line with accounting policies and guidelines; interpret reports for managers and stakeholders.
Prepare and review complex financial statements and regulatory disclosures; partner with auditors and business partners.
Manage day-to-day governance of the vendor team, reviewing outputs, KPIs, and metrics to ensure accuracy and compliance per the outsourcing model.
Serve as primary point of contact for local controllers; coordinate with Regional Operating Centre, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, and external firms.
Contribute to process-improvement efforts by collecting feedback and applying industry best practices.
Research and document accounting standards, guidelines, and policies; respond to complex questions to ensure full US GAAP and IFRS compliance.
Support new Finance initiatives including tax structure, intercompany and transfer pricing processes, and other strategic projects.
Uphold the culture and values of the organization.

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, or related field AND 3+ years accounting or finance experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting/Finance, or related field AND 4+ years accounting or finance experience
OR equivalent experience
1+ year of experience with US GAAP/IFRS financial statement preparation

Accounting IC4 – The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $96,500 - $188,400 per year. There is a different range for specific locations (San Francisco Bay Area and NYC metropolitan area) with base pay USD $123,500 - $206,400 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until September 15, 2025.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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