Global Controller

We’ve partnered with a global, software‑focused holding company (~$700M in annual revenue) to hire a Global Controller. This role supports a rapidly growing, multi‑brand division operating across North America, EMEA, and APAC and plays a critical role in enabling continued growth, acquisition integration, and operational rigor.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned, hands‑on accounting leader to step into a highly visible role within a complex, high‑expectation environment. The position is based in Dallas, TX with a hybrid model and periodic global travel.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced VP‑level Global Controller to oversee all accounting and controllership activities across a portfolio of integrated software and technology businesses.

The scope includes external and internal reporting, audits, global close, compliance, internal controls, and the leadership of a global accounting organization spanning the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. The environment includes multiple legal entities, differing regulatory requirements, and close partnership with a very hands‑on European parent company with strict governance and reporting deadlines.

This is a high‑impact, tactical leadership role with meaningful influence over systems, structure, and post‑acquisition integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Own global accounting operations across all brands within the division, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Lead and scale a global accounting organization (~30 team members) spanning:
• AP and AR
• Staff and senior accountants
• Regional Controllers (Americas and EMEA)
• Shared Services (including a growing India‑based team)
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, including reporting in USD and EUR
• Manage all external audits, internal audits, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Own SOX, internal controls, and global compliance frameworks
• Partner closely with parent‑company leadership to meet strict reporting timelines and governance standards
• Lead accounting for M&A activity, including:
• Integration planning
• Purchase accounting
• Post‑close entity and system integration
• Play a key leadership role in a large, complex acquisition currently underway, including restructuring and integration efforts
• Drive process standardization across entities that are not fully integrated today
• Support and help lead a NetSuite to Microsoft / M365 ERP transition
• Act as a trusted partner to Finance, FP&A, Tax, Legal, and Operations leaders globally
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, structure, and scalability of the accounting function

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience as a VP, Corporate Controller, or Global Controller
• Strong background in software or technology companies
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, global legal entity structures
• Extensive experience with M&A, integrations, and post‑acquisition accounting
• Hands‑on experience managing large‑scale audits and regulatory requirements
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and internal controls
• Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred
• Experience operating within a division reporting to a European‑based parent company preferred
• ERP transformation experience (NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar)
• Collaborative, execution‑oriented leadership style with the ability to operate tactically and strategically