Financial Controller

SPS; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

SPS is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee controllership for one of its North America business lines. The role emphasizes monthly close, forecasting, controls, and cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Operations, and Sales.

The successful candidate will lead P&L reviews, provide financial insights, and drive process improvements across reporting and dashboards. Strong Excel and SAP experience are required, with CPA progress a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Approximately 5–7+ years of relevant accounting/finance experience; 10–12 years preferred.
• Progression into controllership responsibilities with strong experience in financial reporting, month-end close and forecasting.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.
• Strong business acumen and ability to analyze risks and profitability.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly P&L and financial forecasting for the assigned business line.
• Prepare, review and analyze financial reports, identify trends and communicate findings.
• Support monthly and year-end close processes.
• Provide financial analysis related to contracts, revenue, costs, margins and profitability.
• Analyze variances and work with stakeholders to identify root causes and improvements.
• Partner with Operations, Sales and other stakeholders for planning and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards and analytical tools.
• Support standardized financial processes, controls and reporting methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce manual activities.
• Lead meetings, projects and process-improvement initiatives.

Skills

P&L analysis

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Financial controls

SAP experience

Excel

Office suite

Cross-functional work

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

SAP ERP

Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Job Overview:

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing key financial controllership activities and ensuring accurate, timely and reliable financial reporting for one of SPS North America’s two business lines. This role plays an important part in the monthly close, financial reporting, forecasting, financial controls and process improvement while partnering closely with Finance, Operations, Sales and other business leaders.

The Financial Controller will provide financial insight and analysis to support business performance, strengthen financial processes and controls, and enable sound business decision-making. The role is well suited for a technically strong finance professional who enjoys working across functions, takes ownership of important financial processes, and is comfortable leading meetings, projects and process-improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on role with one direct report who will also have responsibilities related to financial processes and projects. Extensive people-management experience is not required. The successful candidate should, however, demonstrate the ability to influence others, lead initiatives, collaborate effectively and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support the monthly P&L and financial forecasting process for the assigned business line, ensuring accurate, timely and actionable financial information.


• Prepare, review and analyze financial reports, identifying trends, variances, risks and opportunities and communicating findings to Finance and business leadership.


• Support the monthly and year-end close process, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate and delivered within established timelines.


• Provide financial analysis related to customer contracts, revenue, costs, margins and profitability.


• Analyze financial and operational variances and work with appropriate stakeholders to understand root causes and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Partner with Operations, Sales and other business stakeholders to support financial planning, forecasting and business decision-making.


• Develop and maintain financial reporting, dashboards and analytical tools that provide meaningful visibility into business performance.


• Support the development and implementation of standardized financial processes, controls, reporting methodologies and tools.


• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve data quality, increase efficiency and reduce manual activities.


• Partner with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen financial controls, reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness.


• Maintain a strong understanding of general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and related finance processes.


• Lead financial meetings, projects and process-improvement initiatives as assigned.


• Serve as a key Finance resource for financial analysis, reporting, business insights and special projects.


• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial, employee, customer and business information.


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Strong financial and business acumen.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to explain financial information clearly to both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.


• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions.


• Ability to lead meetings, projects and process-improvement initiatives.


• High level of integrity and professionalism.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field required.


• Approximately 5–7+ years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, financial controlling or a related discipline.


• Approximately 10–12 years of progressive finance experience preferred.


• Demonstrated progression through roles of increasing responsibility, ideally including experience progressing from financial analysis or accounting into controllership responsibilities.


• Strong experience with financial reporting, month-end close, P&L analysis, forecasting and financial controls.


• Experience analyzing financial performance, including revenue, costs, margins and profitability.


• Demonstrated ability to lead financial processes, projects and cross-functional initiatives.


• Prior leadership, mentoring or team-lead experience preferred; extensive people-management experience is not required.


• Experience in a multi-client, multi-location or business services environment preferred.


• Working knowledge of ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.


• Experience developing financial reports, dashboards and analytical tools preferred.


• CPA certification or progress toward CPA designation is a plus, but not required.


• Strong understanding of accounting and financial management principles.


• Ability to identify financial risks, analyze complex data and develop practical solutions.


• Strong business acumen and ability to understand the operational factors that influence financial performance.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods, typically 6–8 hours per workday, with periodic movement and breaks.


• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout an office environment as needed.


• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull office materials weighing up to 25 pounds.


• Manual dexterity required for frequent keyboarding, data entry, document review, and operation of standard office equipment.


• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through virtual platforms.


• Ability to visually review detailed financial information, spreadsheets, reports, and documents for extended periods.


• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.


• Ability to travel periodically and work across multiple time zones as required by business needs.


• Ability to work effectively under deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced business environment.

Travel:

Minimal business travel is associated with this role, less than 10%.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation:The expected compensation is an estimate, and the final offer will depend on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors.Vacancy Status:This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay Range: $170,000 USD - $185,000 USD

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career Growth: An opportunity to enter a job that allows you to learn new skills or use a variety of them that may lead you to uncover other career opportunities.


• Learning & Development: At SPS, we promote a work culture of learning so that you can develop to be the best at what you do.


• We Recognize Talent: We offer a variety of recognition programs for all levels of employees.


• Paid Time Off: Full time: Minimum of 80 hours/calendar year. Part time/temporary: Minimum of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. PTO amounts may increase based on tenure and/or the assigned account. PTO allows employees to take approved time off for any reason.


• Bonuses: Are available for employee and client referrals for current employees.


• Benefit Offerings:Medical, Dental, Vision, HCFSA, DCFSA, HSA, Commuter Transit and Parking Pre-Tax Plans, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Program, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Discounts, Pet Insurance, Group Home and Auto Insurance, EAP, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Discounts, 401k w/ matching, and Entertainment Discounts.
  
  
  • Note: Please inquire with the Human Resources team for benefit offerings per role as regular positions that routinely are under 30 hours/week may have a different benefit offering.
  
  

About SPS

SPS is a global workplace solutions and business transformation company operating in more than 20 countries. Across North America, we help clients enhance workplace experiences and business operations through services including workplace support, physical and digital mailroom solutions, intelligent document processing, reception and concierge services, and other business support offerings.

Our clients include leading organizations across banking, insurance, legal, higher education, professional services, and many Fortune 500 companies.

At SPS we embrace the uniqueness of our employees and are committed to the fair and equal treatment of all people, applicants, and employees by promoting a culture of access, inclusion, equity and diversity.

SPS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by applicable law.

Colorado only:We accept applications for an expected minimum of 5 days from the date it is posted. The posting may remain open longer as needed to ensure a robust and inclusive applicant pool.

To ensure a fair and authentic interview process, applicants may not use AI tools or any other form of real-time assistance during interviews. SPS team members may use transcription or note-taking technology solely to support accurate interview documentation. No AI or automated decision-making tools are used to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role. SPS uses the Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System to facilitate application management and recruiting workflows. Human recruiters and hiring managers review applications and exercise independent judgment throughout the hiring process

SPS offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.