Senior Finance Controller - GAAP/IFRS, Global Payroll & Grants

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra is seeking a senior finance leader to drive financial health and strategic direction within the Finance department. You will oversee accounting, treasury, and compliance while partnering with leadership to optimize performance.

The role requires strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge, multi-currency experience, and a proven ability to build teams, manage audits, and implement robust controls across global operations. This is a hands-on, high-impact position.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Accounting or Finance. Advanced degree and/or CPA required.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a financial management role with US GAAP/SEC exposure.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.
• Experience with treasury, payroll, procurement, AP/expenses, and financial operations.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting software and Excel; multi-currency exposure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a small, but rapidly growing finance team.
• Assist with all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Government Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Payroll Management: Supervise and manage the global payroll function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee compensation and payroll compliance.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Lead the preparation and oversight of all financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS; ensure monthly close and related processes.
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting and government grant submissions.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and separation of duties; manage audits and tax/compliance activities.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC reporting

Treasury

Payroll processing

Grant management

Leadership

Communication

Internal controls

Audit coordination

Multi-currency

Education

BS/MS in Accounting or Finance

CPA required

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Excel

Procurement systems

Job description

QuEra is seeking a senior finance leader to drive financial health and strategic direction within the Finance department. You will oversee accounting, treasury, and compliance while partnering with leadership to optimize performance.

The role requires strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge, multi-currency experience, and a proven ability to build teams, manage audits, and implement robust controls across global operations. This is a hands-on, high-impact position.