Senior Controllership Leader - Audits & Close

Publicis Sapient; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Learning & development opportunities

Competitive benefits

Work-life balance

Health benefits for you and family

Paid leave and holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Publicis Sapient is seeking a Senior Manager, Controllership to lead month-end close for North America, manage journal entries and reconciliations, and coordinate internal and external audits. You will ensure adherence to controls and provide analyses for reporting and decision-making.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting, strong leadership, and expertise in US GAAP and IFRS, with CPA preferred. This role offers growth across a global organization and cross-functional partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required or preferred.
• 10+ years progressive accounting experience.
• Experience leading teams in a large multi-national.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and IFRS concepts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close for North America entities.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and G/L activity.
• Manage internal and external audits with minimal findings.
• Ensure compliance with Controllership policies and controls.
• Provide financial analysis to support reporting and decision-making.
• Assist tax teams with information for audit readiness.

Skills

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Audits coordination

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Excel

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management

Job description

Publicis Sapient is seeking a Senior Manager, Controllership to lead month-end close for North America, manage journal entries and reconciliations, and coordinate internal and external audits. You will ensure adherence to controls and provide analyses for reporting and decision-making.

Ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting, strong leadership, and expertise in US GAAP and IFRS, with CPA preferred. This role offers growth across a global organization and cross-functional partnerships.