Corporate Controller — Global Consolidations & SOX

Stagwell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Stagwell is seeking a strategic and hands-on Corporate Controller to lead our corporate accounting team, ensuring public company reporting compliance and driving financial excellence across a multinational, multi-entity organization.

You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, manage internal controls and external audits, and partner with IT/Finance to optimize ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) while mentoring a high-performing team to deliver accurate financial statements.

Qualifications

• CPA certification and 12+ years in accounting/finance
• At least 5 years in a leadership role
• Public company experience, preferably in advertising, media, or services
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance
• Experience managing global, multi-currency consolidations across multiple entities
• Excellent communication with senior leadership
• Big 4 background highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the corporate accounting function, including accounting, technical accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with timely, accurate US GAAP/SEC reporting
• Partner with regional finance leaders to standardize global accounting policies across units
• Ensure SOX compliance and liaise with external auditors during the annual audit
• Provide guidance on complex accounting matters (ASC 606, ASC 842, stock-based compensation)
• Drive process improvements and ERP/system optimization (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) with IT/Finance teams
• Mentor and develop a high-performing corporate accounting team

Skills

CPA

Leadership

US GAAP

SOX compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Stagwell is seeking a strategic and hands-on Corporate Controller to lead our corporate accounting team, ensuring public company reporting compliance and driving financial excellence across a multinational, multi-entity organization.

You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, manage internal controls and external audits, and partner with IT/Finance to optimize ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) while mentoring a high-performing team to deliver accurate financial statements.