Controller

Exponent Partners; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent Partners in the United States seeks a Controller to lead US accounting operations for a prominent sports industry organization that acts as a third-party administrator for anti-doping programs for NFL, MLB, UFC, NCAA, and PGA. You will supervise GL, payroll coordination, and month-end close while ensuring timely GAAP-compliant financials.

The role blends traditional accounting with FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis, with exposure to

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience including controllership and FP&A responsibilities.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and general ledger management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee US accounting ops: GL management, AP/AR, payroll coordination, and month-end close.
• Drive financial reporting: Deliver timely, accurate US GAAP-compliant financials and ad hoc reports.
• Support FP&A: Own annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and budget vs actual analysis.
• Manage audit and controls: Lead annual audit process and maintain strong internal controls.
• Provide international finance support: Assist with consolidation of global entities and multi-currency reporting.

Skills

US GAAP

FP&A

Leadership

Financial analysis

Excel

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Step into a US Controller role at a leading sports industry organization serving as third-party administrator for anti-doping programs for major clients including NFL, MLB, UFC, NCAA, and PGA, where you'll oversee accounting operations and support strategic financial planning.

Why We Like This

• Strategic Impact: Direct line to CFO with ownership over US accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis that drives business decisions across day-to-day finance functions.
• Cross-Functional Exposure: True controller-plus role combining traditional accounting operations with FP&A responsibilities including financial modeling, scenario planning, variance analysis, and international consolidation work.
• Growth Opportunity: Lead and manage the finance function for a sports industry organization experiencing exponential growth - serving NFL, MLB, UFC, NCAA, and PGA clients while operating across 24 states and doubling staff in recent years.

Requirements

• Strong Technical Accounting Background: 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience including controllership and FP&A responsibilities, with strong technical expertise in US GAAP and general ledger management.
• Leadership and Team Management: 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience, capable of managing senior accounting managers and driving cross-functional coordination.
• Systems and Process Experience: Advanced Excel proficiency and hands-on experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP systems, with a focus on evaluating and optimizing financial systems for greater efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee US accounting ops: Lead GL management, AP/AR, payroll coordination, and month-end close.
• Drive financial reporting: Deliver timely, accurate US GAAP-compliant financials and ad hoc reports.
• Support FP&A: Own annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and budget vs actual analysis.
• Manage audit and controls: Lead annual audit process and maintain strong internal controls.
• Provide international finance support: Assist with consolidation of global entities and multi-currency reporting.

$140,000 - $160,000 a year