Financial Controller

Dataparc; Washougal (WA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

dataPARC in Washougal, Washington, is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, planning, and internal controls. You will report to the CFO of BTG Group and collaborate with Capstone, supporting intercompany transactions and consolidation in a multinational framework.

Hybrid role with remote North America work, requiring US GAAP/IFRS expertise, Power BI skills, and leadership of a small team.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience with intercompany transactions and consolidated reporting.
• Ability to manage audits and collaborate with corporate finance.
• Experience in multinational corporate environments.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, semi-annual, and annual close processes.
• Prepare financial statements under US GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage intercompany transactions and transfer pricing documentation.
• Develop management reports and dashboards (Power BI).
• Lead a lean accounting team and collaborate across departments.

Skills

Power BI

US GAAP

IFRS

Intercompany accounting

Consolidated reporting

Multinational exposure

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

ERP transitions

Job description

At dataPARC, we don’t just make software — we help manufacturers make better decisions. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve built a reputation for delivering one of the most intuitive and powerful industrial analytics platforms available.

We’re a forward-thinking company, always looking for employees who bring fresh perspectives and new ideas to our space. If you’re dedicated to making a difference in manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

dataPARC is part of the BTG Group, subsidiary of the Voith Group, a global organization with offices in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Financial Controller is responsible for the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting & planning, and internal controls. This role serves as the primary point of contact between the local entity and the parent company’s corporate finance organization, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with both US GAAP and IFRS requirements. The position requires experience operating within a multinational corporate structure, including familiarity with intercompany transactions, consolidated reporting timelines, and corporate-mandated controls frameworks. The Controller also supports corporate-led special projects, including due diligence and integration activity as directed by the corporate CFO.

Hybrid position. Office location is Washougal, Washington.

The Controller is reporting to the CFO of BTG Group (straight line) and to the Business Director of Capstone (dotted line).

LOCATION – This position is remote (North America)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the monthly, semi-annual, and annual close process, ensuring deadlines aligned with parent company consolidation calendars are met
• Consolidate close data across multiple database instances with differing charts of accounts, delivering reconciled results and comprehensive explanatory commentary at the entity, segment, and consolidated levels
• Prepare and review financial statements under both US GAAP and IFRS, reconciling differences for parent company reporting
• Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and transfer pricing documentation in coordination with corporate finance

Business Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the annual planning process: coordinate inputs from departments, consolidate, challenge assumptions, present to management
• Own the forecast process (e.g., monthly/quarterly) and variance analysis vs. budget and prior year
• Develop and prepare strategic business plans in partnership with the CFO and Business Director
• Build and refine planning models (revenue drivers, cost structure, investments, working capital, cash flow)

Management Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare management reports (KPIs, dashboards, monthly performance updates) that translate financial data into business insight
• Conduct margin, product/customer profitability, and cost-driver analysis to support management and investment decisions
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and Development on scenario planning (best/worst case, sensitivity analysis)
• Support investment appraisals with business cases and ROI/NPV analysis

Controls & Compliance

• Lead engagement with internal and external audits, including parent company internal audit and local statutory audits
• Serve as the local compliance officer, ensuring adherence to all parent company mandates and delivering local training on related topics
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and local regulatory requirements

Systems & Reporting Infrastructure

• Administer and maintain the Microsoft Dynamics GP general ledger, partnering with IT on system maintenance, upgrades, and data integrity
• Support migration from Microsoft Dynamics GP to the corporate ERP platform, partnering with central finance and IT on local requirements, data migration, controls re-design, and post-go-live stabilization
• Develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards for financial reporting, KPI tracking, and management decision support, including dataset mapping and merging of ERP and CRM data sources
• Administer expense management systems (e.g., Emburse) and corporate travel policy compliance

Revenue Recognition & Technical Accounting

• Apply ASC 606 / IFRS 15 revenue recognition standards to software licensing, subscription, and implementation services revenue streams
• Support the company’s transition to a SaaS subscription model, including revenue recognition redesign, implementation of related reporting and KPI workflows, and ongoing tracking of the transition’s financial impact
• Maintain accounting policy documentation in accordance with corporate standards

Operations

• Lead a lean accounting team (Controller plus one senior accountant), including hiring, development, and performance management; the small team structure requires the Controller to perform select hands‑on accounting tasks to preserve appropriate segregation of duties
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and treasury functions as applicable
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with FP&A
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster aid and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness
• Participate in all training offered by Capstone as relevant to department or position
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers demonstrating a high level of confidentiality and respect.
• Responsible for own personal safety, the safety of the team and those around you.
• Work in accordance with and enforce compliance with all BTG policies (ex: Safety, Code of Conduct, Commercial Policy, Security Policy and Export Compliance) to maintain BTG reputation and image

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of the team. In addition to the job-specific responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support and model BTG’s Code of
Conduct and support BTG’s Values: Innovative, Reliable, Fair, Sustainable and Ambitious. Employees will be held accountable for knowledge and effective application of these principles.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has direct supervisory responsibility over the Senior Staff Accountant position

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS, with demonstrated ability to reconcile differences for parent company reporting
• Proficiency in Power BI for financial reporting and dashboard development
• Strong communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interface effectively with corporate finance, auditors, and senior leadership across an international organization
• Strong attention to detail and follow through
• Ability to use appropriate independent judgment to make decisions
• Ability to learn and apply organization policy and procedure
• Highly self‑motivated and directed

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior controller or assistant controller experience
• Experience operating as part of a multinational corporation, including exposure to corporate consolidation processes, intercompany accounting, multi‑currency transactions and foreign exchange management, and parent company reporting requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with system implementations or ERP transitions
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or a comparable ERP platform
• Experience administering expense management platforms and corporate travel policy
• Software/technology industry experience, including familiarity with license and subscription revenue recognition

Physical conditions/Working Environment

• Requires prolonged sitting and/or frequent mobility.
• Travel up to 10%.
• Occasional lifting to 20 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity to operate keyboard, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Requires normal range of visual and hearing.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.