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Transaction Network Services (TNS) · 1 day ago

Chief Accounting Officer/SVP Controller

Transaction Network Services (TNS) is a leading company seeking a Chief Accounting Officer/SVP Controller to oversee all accounting and reporting functions. The role includes managing financial accuracy, internal controls, and strategic initiatives while leading a large team to ensure global compliance and efficiency.

PaymentsTelecommunicationsTransaction Processing

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements (GAAP/IFRS), close processes, consolidations, and complex accounting issues (like revenue recognition)
Develop, implement, and monitor strong internal controls, ensuring adherence to regulations
Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO/executives, driving financial strategy, process improvements, and system implementations (ERP)
Lead the annual budget/forecast process, analyzing variances and providing financial insights
Recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing accounting, tax, payroll, and audit teams
Manage external audits and relationships with auditors, potentially investor relations
Oversee the preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements for internal management and external stakeholders
Manage all daily operations, including general ledger (GL), accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and tax
Design and enforce robust internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets and mitigate risk
Partner with the CFO on strategic initiatives like mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital structuring, and board-level reporting
Act as the primary liaison for external auditors and manage corporate tax planning and filing
Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP and financial automation systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Workday) to enhance scalability

Qualification

GAAPIFRSERP systemsCPAAnalytical skillsLeadershipProblem-solvingCommunicationCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
15–20+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with significant time in leadership roles
Advanced accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS, complex transactions)
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with ERP systems, Excel, and financial tools
Excellent communication and collaboration across departments

Preferred

MBA or Master's in Accounting is strongly preferred
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred

Company

Transaction Network Services (TNS)

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Transaction Network Services (TNS) is a global provider of data communications and interoperability solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2021-04-14Acquired
2004-03-16IPO

Leadership Team

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Mike Keegan
Chief Executive Officer
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Dennis Randolph
CFO
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