Manager, Controllership

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Discount card

Live Better U

Disability coverage

Company discounts

Job summary

Walmart's Sam's Club Controllership team seeks a Manager, Controllership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliant processes. The role focuses on leading monthly close, balancing sheets, and P&L analysis while driving efficiency and collaboration with auditors and business partners.

The position emphasizes governance, risk management, and delivering data-driven insights to support strategic decisions in a high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and internal controls.
• Experience managing financial audit requests, balance sheet accounts, and month-end closing processes.
• Strong skills in account reconciliation, internal controls, and financial data analysis.
• Ability to review, evaluate, and ensure compliance with accounting policies, regulations, and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements.
• Effective business relationship management and communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to process improvement and driving operational efficiency within accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Supporting monthly close and reconciliation process including balance sheet fluctuations as well as P&L analysis
• Identifying opportunities to streamline and automate existing processes as well as transition appropriate activities to shared services.
• Executing key internal controls and working with internal and external auditors on control processes
• Building and maintaining relationships with business and finance partners as well as shared service partners
• Support day‑to‑day business needs and business and finance related research related to transaction flows and financial results

Skills

Accounting principles

Internal controls

Audit management

Financial analysis

SOX compliance

Communication skills

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr
Bentonville, AR 72712-4304

R-2598427

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$80,000 - $155,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary

The Manager, Controllership, supports financial accounting flows and processes, executes various reporting and analysis for financial reporting and inventory processes as well as provides business support to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial information. This role involves analyzing financial data, executing internal controls, managing audit requests and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to uphold accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The position drives process improvements, supports business planning, and engages in a collaborative, high‑performing team environment. They require a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and delivering value by aligning financial controls with organizational goals.

The Controllership team at Sam’s Club ensures precise financial reporting, strong internal controls, and adherence to accounting standards. Collaborating with finance, operations, and business partners, the team delivers timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. Focused on risk management and process improvement, it upholds regulatory requirements and operational excellence. By aligning financial planning with business goals, the team plays a vital role in maintaining organizational integrity and enabling informed, data‑driven outcomes that contribute to sustained business success.

What you’ll do

• Supporting monthly close and reconciliation process including balance sheet fluctuations as well as P&L analysis


• Identifying opportunities to streamline and automate existing processes as well as transition appropriate activities to shared services.


• Executing key internal controls and working with internal and external auditors on control processes


• Building and maintaining relationships with business and finance partners as well as shared service partners


• Support day‑to‑day business needs and business and finance related research related to transaction flows and financial results

What you’ll bring:

• Substantial knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and internal controls.


• Experience managing financial audit requests, balance sheet accounts, and month‑end closing processes.


• Strong skills in account reconciliation, internal controls, and financial data analysis.


• Ability to review, evaluate, and ensure compliance with accounting policies, regulations, and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements.


• Effective business relationship management and communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.


• Commitment to process improvement and driving operational efficiency within accounting functions.

At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance‑based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!

• -Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage


• -Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance


• -Paid time off benefits include PTO and parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.


• -Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 2 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Building, developing, and implementing quality programs/systems, Information Systems, Supervising Associates, Working on cross‑functional teams or projects. Masters: Business Administration. Financial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - Certification.

Primary Location

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Explore our benefits

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Sam's Club associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Clear Pathways

Sam’s Club has invested in the next generation of talent through in‑house training programs and community‑based organizations that cultivate opportunities for everyone.

Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.

Paid time off

Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

That’s just the beginning. We offer more perks specific to your work location and role.

At Sam’s Club, we’re dedicated to creating dynamic workplace where your ideas, background, and experiences are valued.

Our associates are at the heart of everything we do, driving meaningful connections with the communities we serve and delivering exceptional value to our members.

From our commitment to promoting from within to offering opportunities that help you grow your career; Sam’s Club is a place where your potential is nurtured.

From our commitment to promoting from within to offering opportunities that help you grow your career; Sam’s Club is a place where your potential is nurtured. As part of our team, you’ll play a role in shaping exceptional experiences for our members in an environment where you can thrive and make a difference.