Assistant Corporate Controller

Synaptics Incorporated; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 261,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Synaptics Incorporated in San Jose, CA seeks an Assistant Corporate Controller to join the dynamic finance team and ensure accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced tech environment.

The role reports to the Corporate Controller and oversees SEC filings, close processes, and internal controls. A CPA with Big 4/public company experience is ideal, with eligibility for discretionary bonus and equity.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience in public company environment
• Active CPA license required
• Strong U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting background

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and filing of SEC reports (10-K/10-Q/8-K, proxy statements)
• Coordinate review with external auditors, legal counsel, investor relations
• Manage corporate close, consolidations, and intercompany accounting
• Lead accounting staff and drive process improvements
• Ensure SOX controls and balance sheet integrity

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

SEC reporting

GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance

MBA (plus)

Tools

Workiva

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Synaptics is driving innovation in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As a go-to partner for forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra® AI-Native embedded compute, wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

Synaptics is driving innovation in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As a go-to partner for forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra® AI-Native embedded compute, wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

Overview

Synaptics is looking for a Assistant Corporate Controller to join our dynamic and growing organization. This role supports the Corporate Controller in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and effective management of the company’s close and accounting operations. At a high level, the role combines external reporting, technical accounting expertise, and oversight of corporate accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings Big 4 experience, an active CPA license, strong public company exposure, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global technology organization.

This position reports to Corporate Controller

The typical base pay range for this position is USD $165,000 - $260,700 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits. Note that compensation listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Responsibilities & Competencies

Job Duties

• Oversee preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, Form 8-K, and proxy statements
• Ensure compliance with SEC disclosure requirements, U.S. GAAP, and SOX controls related to financial reporting
• Coordinate review process with external auditors, legal counsel, investor relations, and executive management
• Manage earnings release support and disclosure controls
• Lead and develop accounting staff
• Research and document accounting conclusions for complex or non-routine transactions, such as revenue recognition, leases, impairment analyses, restructuring activities, and consolidations
• Prepare technical accounting memos, ensure documentation and operational effectiveness of key controls, review journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuation analyses
• Monitor new accounting standards (FASB/SEC developments) and lead implementation efforts
• Advise business partners and leadership on accounting implications of strategic transactions
• Manage corporate close activities and ensure timely monthly and quarterly close
• Oversee accounting for corporate entities, treasury, equity, intercompany, consolidations, and corporate allocations
• Ensure balance sheet integrity and strong internal controls, maintain and enhance SOX compliance framework
• Partner closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR, and Corporate Development
• Support M&A due diligence and integration efforts
• Drive process improvements and system optimization initiatives
• Support Corporate Controller with audit committee materials, board presentations, accounting policy, and financial risk assessments
• Help scale accounting processes for growth, acquisitions, or international operations

Competencies

• Proven track record of building, leading, mentoring, and motivating teams
• Highest professional ethics and professional presence including the unwavering maintenance of business and employee confidentiality
• Viewed as a respected leader by your peers, direct reports, and executive management
• Must be analytical and able to make informed decisions based on experience and sound instincts
• Ability to find creative solutions and generate results, a strong sense of urgency
• Experience in working effectively across multiple levels of an organization and building successful cross functional partnerships
• Ability to establish clear expectations, set objectives and brings multiple parties together to drive key initiatives
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a quick moving and change oriented environment
• Excellent verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to work within a diverse team
• Demonstrated ability to perform accounting research for various complex transactions in revenue recognition, M&A transactions, debt and other technical matters.

Qualifications (Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree (MBA is a plus) in Business/Finance or related field, or equivalent
• Active CPA license required
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a mix of Big 4 public accounting and public company industry experience including 6+ years of managing teams
• Strong U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting background with deep technical accounting expertise
• Extensive experience preparing or overseeing SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements)
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills; ability to manage complex, fast-paced reporting timelines
• Demonstrated experience managing corporate close, consolidations, and corporate accounting operations in a public company environment
• Experience with Workiva or similar SEC reporting tools preferred. Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms a plus
• 10% travel required

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.