Controller (Commercial Finance)

Overview

The Controller will serve as a key financial leader supporting commercial operations, combining core controllership responsibilities with strategic finance partnership. This role is responsible for ensuring financial integrity, delivering accurate reporting, and providing actionable insights to drive business performance, profitability, and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial oversight of commercial operations, including products, contracts, and customer programs
• Own and manage financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate and regulatory standards
• Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
• Support business decision-making through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and investment evaluation
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
• Analyze financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with US GAAP and audit requirements
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure audit readiness
• Partner cross-functionally with commercial, operations, underwriting, and procurement teams
• Manage working capital, including cash flow forecasting and balance sheet optimization
• Drive process improvements across financial reporting, systems, and operational efficiency
• Monitor and optimize cost structures, margins, and overall financial performance

Key Areas of Ownership

• Commercial P&L performance and margin analysis
• Financial reporting accuracy and integrity
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Working capital and cash flow management
• Internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, controllership, FP&A, or commercial finance
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, and internal controls
• Experience supporting business strategy and commercial decision-making
• Background in a large or complex organization preferred
• Experience in a global or multinational environment is a plus
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred

Additional Notes

• This role operates as a hybrid between hands-on individual contributor and strategic business partner
• Opportunity to influence key financial and operational decisions across the organization
• Potential to support and mentor junior team members as the function grows