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Diligent · 1 day ago

VP, Global Controller

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$230K/yr - $280K/yr

15+ years exp

Diligent is a leader in governance, risk and compliance SaaS solutions, helping organizations manage risk and elevate governance. The VP, Global Controller will oversee global accounting teams, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and scalable growth while driving the company's AI-first transformation.

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Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing, global accounting organization, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

Serve as a strategic advisor to the Chief Accounting Officer and executive leadership, aligning accounting strategy with overall business objectives

Champion the adoption of AI-driven automation and modern platforms to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and deliver actionable insights

Oversee all aspects of corporate accounting, including technical accounting, general ledger, and statutory reporting

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, driving continuous improvement in speed and accuracy

Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, new accounting standards, and emerging issues to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting

Lead M&A due diligence activities; develop and execute post-transaction integration plans

Direct all audit management activities, including coordination with internal and external auditors, and ensure robust internal controls

Ensure compliance with US GAAP, internal financial policies, regulatory requirements, and global accounting standards

Oversee the implementation and monitoring of internal controls, risk management, and policy adherence across all regions

Drive the integration of AI and automation in key accounting processes (e.g., account reconciliations, procure-to-pay, financial statement reviews, payroll operations, cash forecasting, and T&E), freeing teams for higher-value work

Lead the standardization and centralization of accounting operations globally, ensuring consistency and scalability

Partner with IT and business stakeholders to optimize the accounting technology stack (e.g., NetSuite, Snowflake, FloQast, Panax)

Build, mentor, and retain a diverse, high-performing global accounting team

Promote a culture of learning, operational excellence, and adaptability to new technologies and processes

Qualification

CPAUS GAAPGlobal consolidationERP systemsAI implementationTeam developmentLeadershipCommunication

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required

15+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within a multinational organization

Deep expertise in US GAAP, international accounting standards, and global consolidation

Demonstrated experience leading global teams and managing change in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment

Proven track record of implementing automation, AI, or advanced analytics in accounting operations

Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to manage up and down the organization

Experience with major ERP and financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, FloQast, OneStream, Coupa) and a passion for leveraging technology to drive transformation