Senior Corporate Controller - Finance Transformation & AI

Parker Hannifin; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in New York, NY seeks a seasoned Finance/Accounting leader to oversee monthly closes, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and budgeting. The role drives finance transformation, automates processes, and enhances data quality across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure internal controls, and coordinate year-end audits while mentoring staff to sustain a high-performing finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive managerial experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Strong experience in both public and private accounting environments preferred.
• Demonstrated record of progressive leadership, team development, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong technology orientation with experience driving finance transformation, process automation, workflow optimization, and adoption of digital tools, including AI-enabled solutions and advanced analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly close process, including analytical review of operating results to ensure accurate and complete accounting records.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Review journal entries and supporting workpapers to reflect monthly activity and account balances.
• Implement, document, and continuously improve close and reporting processes to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient financial reporting.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives by identifying opportunities to automate manual processes, streamline reporting, improve data quality, and enhance scalability across accounting and finance operations.
• Implement and maintain processes to record transactions by department and compare actual results to budget.
• Serve as the enterprise risk management lead for PLD, including oversight of insurance programs.
• Supervise the preparation of monthly financial reports, periodic reforecasts, and the annual operating budget.
• Perform comprehensive financial analysis from balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow perspectives to support business performance evaluation.
• Use data analytics, dashboards, automation, and AI-enabled insights to improve forecasting, performance visibility, variance analysis, and executive-level decision support.
• Prepare cash flow projections to effectively manage liquidity and maximize returns on excess cash.
• Coordinate preparation of the annual tax return with external CPA firms.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly tax estimates and annual tax filings, including supporting workpapers.
• Lead the annual year-end audit process and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Coordinate and record investments in funds, securities, and short-term instruments.
• Maintain fixed asset records and coordinate quarterly physical inventory of assets in partnership with the IT department.
• Review and allocate shared expenses incurred on behalf of multiple entities, including software and professional services.
• Design, implement, document, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and financial reporting standards.
• Support continuous improvement of financial governance, risk management, and control environments.
• Champion the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, automation tools, and AI capabilities within finance while maintaining appropriate governance, controls, data integrity, and compliance standards.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and evaluate accounting staff to build a high-performing team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational objectives

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Digital tools / AI analytics

Process automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration (Accounting emphasis)

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Parker Hannifin in New York, NY seeks a seasoned Finance/Accounting leader to oversee monthly closes, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and budgeting. The role drives finance transformation, automates processes, and enhances data quality across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure internal controls, and coordinate year-end audits while mentoring staff to sustain a high-performing finance function.