Dermalogica · 2 days ago
Global Controller
Carson, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expDermalogica is a leading professional skincare company with a global presence. The Global Controller will lead all financial and accounting functions, ensuring compliance and delivering insights to support strategic decisions and growth.
Personal Health
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee all general accounting and finance operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, intercompany accounting, and reconciliations
Lead and manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate and consolidated financial reporting for Dermalogica (global & entity level)
Prepare and publish consolidated financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., US GAAP, IFRS as relevant) and internal group policies
Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control environment, accounting policies and procedures across all operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation
Oversee cash management, treasury activities, intercompany settlements, and working capital management to optimize liquidity and support business needs
Coordinate and manage external audits (statutory, global consolidation), liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other external stakeholders; ensure compliance with reporting requirements
Provide financial analysis, reporting, and decision-support to senior leadership (CFO, Executive Team), supporting strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting and business initiatives
Streamline the chart of accounts, financial close processes, reporting procedures, and consolidation framework across all Dermalogica entities globally
Lead and manage the US accounting team — hiring, mentoring, performance management, and ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration (e.g., with sales, marketing, supply chain, HR)
Support financial aspects of business transformation initiatives, system implementations (ERP, accounting systems), process improvements, and integration efforts in line with Unilever’s standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification
Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance in a multinational environment, including several years in a senior controller or leadership role
Proven experience with multi-entity consolidation, intercompany accounting, and global accounting operations
Strong technical accounting knowledge (US GAAP, IFRS where relevant), internal controls, audit and compliance processes
Experience with ERP/financial reporting systems; familiarity with global finance systems and enterprise-scale consolidation frameworks is a plus
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills — able to translate complex accounting issues into business-relevant insights for senior leaders and stakeholders
Strong leadership and people-management skills, with demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and build a high-performing global finance team
Strategic mindset with a balance of attention to detail and the ability to operate at a high level, comfortable working in a dynamic, global and fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience working in a subsidiary of a large multinational parent company (e.g., integration of global reporting requirements, alignment with parent company standards)
Familiarity with intercompany transfer pricing, cross-border transactions, and international tax considerations
Strong business partnering skills — ability to interface effectively with commercial, marketing, supply chain and senior leadership teams
Proficiency in advanced financial systems (ERP, consolidation tools), data analytics, and financial modelling
Company
Dermalogica
Dermalogica operates as a professional skin care brand.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-06-24Acquired
Leadership Team
Aurelian Lis
Global Chief Executive Officer
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