Job Title: Global Controller
Location/ Work Structure: Cincinnati, OH
Who we are:
Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes inTechnology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accountingfunctions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.
Position Overview
The Global Controller will oversee all global accounting, financial reporting, consolidations, compliance, and internal controls functions across the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will lead a high-performing accounting team while driving process improvement, standardization, and operational scalability across multiple international business units.
This role requires a strong manufacturing background, leadership experience in complex global environments, and the ability to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all global accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, month-end close, financial reporting, and technical accounting
- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Manage global consolidations across multiple domestic and international entities
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, audit, and internal control requirements
- Partner closely with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, process optimization, and reporting efficiency
- Lead and develop accounting teams across multiple regions and business units
- Coordinate external audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
- Support M&A activity including due diligence, integration, and financial reporting alignment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, supply chain, and plant leadership teams
- Maintain and enhance ERP systems, accounting policies, and internal control environments
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of inventory, standard costing, manufacturing variances, and operational KPIs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
- Prior experience within large-scale manufacturing environments required
- Experience leading accounting functions for organizations with $500M+ in revenue preferred
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, consolidations, internal controls, and financial reporting
- Experience with global operations and multi-entity accounting structures
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
- ERP system experience required; SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms preferred
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
Preferred Experience
- Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or large regional firm preferred)
- Experience supporting private equity-backed or publicly traded organizations
- Exposure to international accounting operations and foreign currency consolidations
- Manufacturing industry expertise including cost accounting, inventory controls, and plant operations finance
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