Global Corporate Controller — GAAP & Audit Leadership

HIMSS; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work arrangements

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Generous paid time off

Well-being programs

Continuous learning & development

Job summary

HIMSS is seeking a Senior Controller to lead accounting operations and ensure timely financial closes with strong internal controls. The role requires hands-on policy development, audit coordination, and international accounting oversight.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in accounting, 10+ years of experience, CPA preferred, and deep NetSuite/ERP expertise, paired with proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; MS or MBA preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• A minimum of ten (10) years (full-time) experience in industry or public accounting, including experience managing remote teams and with international operations.
• Exceptional accounting and analytical skills; deadline-focused; professional standard of ethics.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop accounting professionals.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills; able to create initiatives and manage outcomes.
• Demonstrable experience utilizing technology to meet financial close goals; NetSuite experience highly preferred.
• Candidates must reside in one of the following eligible states: AL, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI.

Responsibilities

• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and deliver reconciled financial information for internal and external statements.
• Develop and enforce financial policies to safeguard assets.
• Manage accounts receivable aging, billings, cash receipts application, and merchant accounting under Assistant Controller.
• Oversee disbursements, accounts payable, POs, payroll processing, and tax compliance.
• Ensure GAAP compliance for currency translation and foreign tax liability.
• Lead financial system enhancements and implementations with third-party providers (NetSuite, Concur, ADP).
• Plan and direct audit work papers and reconciliations; support timely audits and tax filings.
• Provide leadership to CFO, CEO, and executives on accounting policies and reporting.
• Mentor and develop staff; drive performance reviews and professional growth.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Financial analysis

Remote team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

MS or MBA preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Concur

ADP

Job description

HIMSS is seeking a Senior Controller to lead accounting operations and ensure timely financial closes with strong internal controls. The role requires hands-on policy development, audit coordination, and international accounting oversight.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in accounting, 10+ years of experience, CPA preferred, and deep NetSuite/ERP expertise, paired with proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.