Controller

POSITION PURPOSE

The Controller is responsible for the accurate and timely day-to-day operations of the financial accounting function, internal controls and processes, account reconciliations and accurate financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach, train, provide management support and guidance to direct report(s) on deliverables and accounting strategies.

• Fosters a collaborative, highly functioning team with growth goals for the accounting function and individual development.

• Develop a team skilled in accounting practice and curious to understand the business, the business’ needs and be able to connect the dots to drive efficiency while delivering quality service.

• Lead and manage the timely and efficient completion of annual external audits.

• Ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.

• Oversee the monthly and yearly financial close schedule for the GL Team.

• Review and approve monthly journal entries and reconciliations prepared by the GL team.

• Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.

• Oversee travel and expense reimbursement process, including an annual review and recommend updates to the T&E Policy.

• Manage fixed asset accounting.

• Manage the global VAT tax reporting and compliance requirements.

• Collaborate with HR to ensure accuracy of financial information related to headcount and payroll.

• Ensure accurate reporting of unrelated business income and associated tax.

• Manage relationship with the Internal Revenue Service and annual Form 990 filings.

• Manage revenue recognition process for member dues, events and sponsorship/other revenue.

• Develop, measure and track accounting performance metrics.

• Partner with departments and associates throughout the organization to resolve issues and answer questions related to financial statements and financial processes.

• Work with the CFO and Head of Finance on additional duties and projects as assigned.

• Identify the impact of GAAP accounting pronouncement changes and manage compliance and reporting requirements.

SKILLS

• Effectively able to lead, build, and manage a high performing and global team.  

• Effectively manage trade-off decisions, prioritize competing opportunities, balance stakeholder needs with business priorities, manage cross functional expectations, and clearly articulate the rationale behind decisions.

• Connector of people, programs, and information to integrate, influence, partner, and foster strategic trusted advisor relationships with members and all levels of the organization.  

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, confidently offering creative solutions and managing conflict, in a frequently changing environment while bringing a sense of calm to the team, leading them through high priority and impactful engagements. 

• Growth mindset with a continuous curiosity to understand the why, challenge the status quo, and constantly seek to improve and refine programs, projects, processes, relationships, and culture in order to support the strategic goals of the organization.  

• Analytical with high judgement, structured thinking, and problem-solving skills to ensure solutions for the highest opportunity areas. Creative problem solver with a passion for innovation and ability to develop new programs and processes. Anticipates stakeholder needs and delivers with clarity. 

• Superior ability to communicate and develop positive relationships across boundaries to align on solutions and build meaningful relationships with all levels of associates, members and vendors. Adaptable, empathetic, reliable, and ability to present effectively. 

• Maintain a high ethical work standard and apply discretion regarding confidential information. 

• Serve as a One Team ambassador by fostering cross-departmental collaboration and information sharing and goal alignment. 

• Possess a distinct global mindset, sensitive to local and international customs and protocols with a strong grasp of global business, economic and political issues. 

EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with 5+ years of experience as a leader or manager in an accountingrole.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office skills with Expert level in Excel.

• Salesforce experience preferred.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

• College Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification and/or MBApreferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours as needed to accommodate members and team members in multiple time zones.

• Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally, without restrictions, approximately 5-10% per year.

EOE

YPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. YPO takes pride in supporting a diverse workforce and demonstrates this through its policies and practices. YPO does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.