Global Controller & Finance Strategy Lead

K&L Gates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 201,000 - 402,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit-Shar

Paid Time Off (25-30 days)

Wellness Program

Job summary

K&L Gates is seeking a Global Controller to lead the firm’s worldwide accounting operations, directing financial reporting, payroll, treasury, and internal controls across 40+ offices globally. The role partners with senior leadership to implement accounting policies and drive process improvements.

The candidate will manage a dispersed team, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic initiatives while maintaining high standards of accuracy and integrity in financial results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required (or equivalent professional qualification).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a controller or senior role; experience leading accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the accounting function across 40+ offices worldwide.
• Oversee preparation and analysis of financial reports in compliance with GAAP and local standards.
• Lead international compliance initiatives and external audit processes.
• Develop and monitor accounting policies, procedures and controls.
• Mentor and manage a large accounting team across multiple countries.

Skills

CPA

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

3E

Aderant

Oracle

SAP

Job description

K&L Gates is seeking a Global Controller to lead the firm’s worldwide accounting operations, directing financial reporting, payroll, treasury, and internal controls across 40+ offices globally. The role partners with senior leadership to implement accounting policies and drive process improvements.

The candidate will manage a dispersed team, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic initiatives while maintaining high standards of accuracy and integrity in financial results.