Senior Manager, Controllership - Consolidation and Reporting

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase program

Company‑paid life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Live Better U education benefit

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Controllership in Bentonville, AR to lead the preparation and analysis of financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

The role oversees accounting operations, financial audits, and balance sheet reconciliations while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. It emphasizes coaching, mentoring, and driving business plan execution with strong governance and data mastery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.
• Minimum years of finance/accounting experience and supervisory exposure are expected.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyze financial data, investigate variances, and communicate business impacts within regulatory frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to reporting policies, Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and government filing requirements.
• Drive execution of business plans by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and measuring progress.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to validate financial documentation and maintain compliance.
• Develop dashboard reporting for master data working with our business partners in Tech and data stewards.

Skills

GAAP

Leadership

Master Data Management

Strategic/Analytical

Regulatory compliance

Education

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

Tools

Oracle Essbase

SAP General Ledger

Job description

Position Summary…

The Senior Manager, Controllership, leads the preparation and analysis of financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This role oversees accounting operations, financial audits, and balance sheet reconciliations while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. The position drives business plan execution by identifying operational needs and performance metrics, fostering team development through coaching and mentoring, and promoting adherence to company policies and ethical standards. The role requires adaptability, strategic insight, and a commitment to delivering accurate financial information that supports organizational objectives.

About the Team

The Controllership team leads the consolidation and reporting of global financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. This team drives financial planning, risk mitigation, and internal controls to support strategic business objectives. Members collaborate across departments to enhance operational processes and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The team fosters continuous improvement, upholds integrity, and delivers insightful financial analysis to guide decision-making. Additionally, the team manages master data for legal entities, general ledger accounts, locations, and segments to ensure accurate financial activity and reporting.

What you’ll do…

• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.


• Analyze financial data, investigate variances, and communicate business impacts within regulatory frameworks.


• Ensure adherence to reporting policies, Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and government filing requirements.


• Drive execution of business plans by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and measuring progress.


• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to validate financial documentation and maintain compliance.


• Develop dashboard reporting for master data working with our business partners in Tech and data stewards.

What you’ll bring…

• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.


• Expertise in managing master data and ensuring accuracy in the financial statements for the master data elements.


• Proficiency with Oracle Essbase and SAP General Ledger systems.


• Demonstrated leadership skills in mentoring, coaching, and developing high‑performing teams.


• Ability to drive business plans, measure performance, and adapt strategies to meet organizational goals.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

You’ll also find the following benefits and compensation details:

At Walmart, 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 (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. 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. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, including English Language Learning and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
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.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications…

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 4 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area. 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications…

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Relational Database Management System (RDMS), Working on cross‑functional teams or projects

Masters: Business Administration

Financial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - Certification

Primary Location…

703 Associate Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.