Polygon US · 3 hours ago
Country Controller
Polygonus is seeking a Country Controller to serve as the senior financial leader of its U.S. subsidiary, which is part of a $1B+ EU-based Group. The role involves overseeing all financial and accounting operations, managing the finance team, and ensuring compliance with reporting standards while providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.
ConsultingManufacturingPublic SafetyReal EstateService Industry
Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting in compliance with Group accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP)
Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial results to Group HQ in Europe, meeting strict deadlines
Act as primary finance liaison with Group HQ for reporting and compliance
Oversee annual audit and U.S. tax compliance
Lead U.S. budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes
Provide hands-on financial analysis, project margin reporting, and performance tracking to U.S. leadership
Deliver actionable insights and scenario analyses to support decision-making and growth initiatives
Maintain robust internal controls, policies, and compliance frameworks
Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory filings, and corporate governance standards
Optimize processes and systems to improve the speed and accuracy of monthly reporting, while scaling controls and efficiency
Improve finance processes and reporting efficiency using NetSuite and Cognos
Drive process/system optimization and automation in a cost-effective manner
Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, pricing, cost control, and business development
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and HR to align financial objectives with company goals
Support the Country President and U.S. leadership team with financial insights that drive profitable growth
Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team (AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, reporting)
Expand team capabilities from transactional accounting toward value-added financial business support
Foster accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
7–10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or controllership position
Proven track record managing tight month-end closes and international reporting
Strong FP&A capabilities in budgeting, forecasting, and project profitability analysis
Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, tax laws, and financial regulations
Hands-on, pragmatic leader with both strategic and tactical capabilities
Strong communicator, comfortable working with U.S. leadership and EU Group executives
Resourceful and process-driven, with proven ability to improve systems and reporting in lean finance teams
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented
Preferred
CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
Hands-on experience with NetSuite and Cognos highly preferred
Background in service, rental, construction, or project-based industries a plus
Benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO) - Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Group Life/ AD&D
Voluntary Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supplemental Insurance - Short-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Cancer, Lump-Sum Critical Illness
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement/401k with an employer-matched contribution
Company
Polygon US
Polygon is a global provider of property damage restoration, temporary humidity control and property performance services. It is a sub-organization of Polygon.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-09-01Acquired
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