Strategic Controller: Lead GAAP Close & Reporting

HR-Work; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HR-Work seeks a hands-on, strategic Controller to own the full accounting and financial reporting function, partnering with the CEO. You will lead a team and ensure the accuracy of U.S. GAAP statements, while building internal controls and turning financial data into strategic insights.

You will manage month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, tax compliance in PR and federal requirements, and coordinate external audits, mentoring the accounting team along the way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Puerto Rico CPA license strongly preferred; MBA is a plus.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or accounting management role.
• Public accounting (audit) experience and/or prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP, financial close, consolidation, internal controls and Puerto Rico and federal tax requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Excel.
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish), with executive-level written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-, quarter- and year-end close, delivering accurate, complete and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Lead all accounting operations: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, payroll accounting and consolidation.
• Prepare and present the monthly management reporting package to the CEO, including results analysis, variance explanations and KPIs.
• Prepare financial information for the Board of Directors, shareholders, lenders and other stakeholders.
• Design, implement and monitor a strong internal control environment, including segregation of duties and approval authorities.
• Develop and maintain the company's accounting policies and procedures manual.
• Manage the annual external audit and serve as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Lead the annual budget and financial forecasting process with the CEO and department heads; track actuals vs. budget and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage cash and liquidity, including cash flow forecasting, bank accounts and banking relationships.
• Ensure compliance with Puerto Rico and federal tax and regulatory requirements (Hacienda, IVU, CRIM, municipal licenses, IRS and applicable incentive reporting), working with external advisors.
• Provide cost-benefit analysis on initiatives, investments and processes to support strategic decisions.
• Lead, coach and develop the Senior Accountant and the AP and AR team, setting clear goals, priorities and development plans.
• Drive process improvement and automation across accounting systems and workflows (ERP).

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Strategic partnering

Bilingual communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Puerto Rico CPA license

MBA

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

HR-Work seeks a hands-on, strategic Controller to own the full accounting and financial reporting function, partnering with the CEO. You will lead a team and ensure the accuracy of U.S. GAAP statements, while building internal controls and turning financial data into strategic insights.

You will manage month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, tax compliance in PR and federal requirements, and coordinate external audits, mentoring the accounting team along the way.