Corporate Controller

EW Global Advisors (Europe) Ltd.; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Controller to lead their Corporate Finance team. This pivotal role involves managing corporate accounting functions, driving financial processes, and providing strategic insights to support growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in corporate accounting, particularly in asset management, and possess strong technical skills in GAAP/IFRS. This opportunity offers a chance to foster a high-performance culture while collaborating closely with senior leadership. Join a forward-thinking organization that values integrity and professionalism, and play a crucial role in shaping financial strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of corporate accounting experience in asset management.
• Strong technical accounting skills with GAAP/IFRS knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate accounting operations and financial close processes.
• Drive financial process improvements and system enhancements.
• Manage annual financial statement audit and liaise with auditors.

Skills

Corporate Accounting

GAAP/IFRS Compliance

Financial Reporting

Team Leadership

Excel Expertise

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

MS Great Plains

Oracle Planning

Oracle Smartview/Essbase

Job description

AEW is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Corporate Controller to join our Corporate Finance team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will play a critical role in managing the corporate finance and accounting functions of the firm. This individual will serve as a strategic thought partner to the CFO and drive financial processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency across the corporate platform.

The Corporate Controller will oversee the day-to-day operations of the corporate accounting team, manage and mentor staff, and partner closely with senior leadership on key financial initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the CFO to lead and evolve the corporate finance and accounting function.
• Drive financial process improvements, system enhancements, and best practices across the finance group.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for corporate AEW and its non-US subsidiaries.
• Prepare and review internal and external financial reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage the annual financial statement audit process and be primary liaison with external auditors.
• Co-lead the financial planning process encompassing annual budgeting, periodic re-forecasting and variance analysis.
• Key financial liaison with AEW’s parent company finance group.
• Participate in managing applicable treasury administration.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and corporate accounting policies.
• Manage, mentor, and develop members of the corporate accounting team.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture within the Corporate Finance organization.

Skills/Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of corporate accounting/controllership experience in the asset management/financial services industry preferred.
• Strong technical accounting skills with deep understanding of GAAP/IFRS (including accounting for multi-currency entities).
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and mentor accounting teams.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization.
• Deep experience with accounting/general ledger systems, reporting tools and FP&A technology (familiarity with MS Great Plains, Oracle Planning, Oracle Smartview/Essbase a plus).
• Expertise in Excel required (intermediate/advanced knowledge).
• Maintains strong attention to detail and analytical thinking while maintaining a big-picture view.
• Possesses a “player-coach” work-style.
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented.

AEW Capital Management is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer.