Corporate Controller (CPA Licensed )

W3Global; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Job summary

W3Global is seeking an accomplished Corporate Controller in Tempe, AZ to lead global accounting, financial reporting, and treasury for a multi-entity residential energy technology group. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, internal controls, and audit readiness.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, prior Big 4 or top regional firm experience, and a track record of scaling ERP platforms and close processes. On-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active CPA license required.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or top regional firm).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, including multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close and consolidate GAAP financial statements.
• Own general ledger, chart of accounts architecture, and accounting policies under U.S. GAAP.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication to board

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

POSITION MANDATE

Lead and direct all global accounting operations, financial reporting, and treasury functions across our multi-entity residential energy technology group. Maintain GAAP compliance, design and enforce internal controls, direct external audit and tax activities, oversee budgeting with FP&A, and develop high-performing accounting and shared services teams to support rapid organizational scaling.

Corporate Controller

TEMPE, ARIZONA | ON-SITE | FULL-TIME

POSITION MANDATE

Lead and direct all global accounting operations, financial reporting, and treasury functions across our multi-entity residential energy technology group. Maintain GAAP compliance, design and enforce internal controls, direct external audit and tax activities, oversee budgeting with FP&A, and develop high-performing accounting and shared services teams to support rapid organizational scaling.

Company Overview

We are a $120M diversified residential energy technology group combining energy infrastructure, software, and customer-facing services. Our growing portfolio includes a flagship home energy subscription brand and other brands serving homeowners. Full company details will be shared with candidates at the interview stage.

How We Hire

We hire on a four-tier pyramid, in strict order. Skills are the base of the pyramid, not the top.

Leadership / Drive (The Apex)

• Sets and maintains an uncompromising bar for technical GAAP compliance, financial reporting accuracy, and team leadership.
• Takes complete operational ownership of multi-entity financial operations, treasury management, and audit readiness across the organization with minimal executive direction.

Positive Mindset

• Thrives when performance is measured by close speed, reporting precision, audit outcomes, and balance sheet integrity.
• Energy that excels in a fast-paced, high-growth environment: calm under executive pressure, constructive during complex close cycles, zero drama.

Solution-Driven

• Maintains clear, executive-ready communication when presenting financial results or addressing board-level technical accounting matters.
• Proactively identifies control deficiencies, financial risks, or process bottlenecks and implements scalable, automated solutions before they impact reporting schedules.

Skill Set (The Base)

• Financial statements issued on schedule, audits completed cleanly, debt covenants compliant, subledgers reconciled, tax filings executed-nothing stalls in the queue.
• The specific executive accounting, technical GAAP, and team leadership capabilities detailed in the sections below. We can deepen category knowledge; we cannot teach the requirements above.

THE ROLE

Scope: Executive leadership of core accounting operations, general ledger administration, GAAP financial reporting, internal controls, audit/tax oversight, treasury management, and team development across all entities.

Reports to: VP of Accounting

Ideal hire: An active CPA and seasoned financial executive with Big 4 or regional public accounting background, 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, proven experience scaling multi-entity ERP platforms, and driving audit-ready financial close processes.

What You'll Do

• Financial Close & Reporting: Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles; produce timely, accurate consolidated GAAP financial statements.
• General Ledger & Accounting Policy: Own the general ledger, chart of accounts architecture, and corporate accounting policies under U.S. GAAP.
• Internal Controls Framework: Design, implement, and monitor robust internal controls over financial reporting (SOX-ready standards).
• External Audit & Tax Oversight: Coordinate external audit engagements and tax filings, serving as the primary liaison for audit partners and tax advisors.
• Team Leadership & Development: Direct, mentor, and elevate the accounting and shared services teams to build a high-performing finance function.
• Treasury & Debt Covenant Compliance: Manage enterprise cash operations, treasury reporting, capital structure requirements, and debt covenant compliance.
• Process Automation & ERP Optimization: Drive accounting continuous improvement, system upgrades, workflow automation, and ERP optimization (e.g., NetSuite).
• Executive & Board Reporting: Present financial results, key operational metrics, and accounting insights to the VP Accounting, executive team, and Board of Directors.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or top regional firm).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4+ years in a senior management role.
• Deep technical mastery of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOX experience preferred).
• Proven track record of managing full multi-entity financial close and complex audit processes.
• Hands-on expertise with enterprise ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel functionality.

NICE TO HAVE

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Accountancy (MAcc).
• Direct experience in high-growth, multi-entity, or subscription-based business environments.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification/training focused on operational finance efficiency.
• Background in residential energy, solar infrastructure, or home technology services.

YOUR FIRST 90 DAYS

• 30 days: Assess current close workflows, chart of accounts, treasury setups, and team structures; establish cadence with audit partners and FP&A.
• 60 days: Optimize month-end close timelines, refine internal control documentation, enforce general ledger reconciliations, and streamline financial statement reporting.
• 90 days: Implement long-term accounting automation priorities, present refined KPI reporting to the Board, and optimize treasury/debt compliance routines.

Compensation And Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $170,000 - $210,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, certifications, and scope of the role (exempt, full-time).
• Incentive Compensation: Eligible for an annual performance bonus and long-term incentives.
• Health & Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision; HSA; company-paid life insurance; voluntary supplemental life; short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement: 401(k) with a generous employer match.