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U.S. Financial Controller
<p>We are looking for an experienced and proactive U.S. Financial Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations for our organization in Boston, MA. This is a critical leadership role for someone who has previously been the end-to-end finance/accounting owner of a U.S. entity and understands how to build structure while operating in a lean environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate has a strong foundation from a well-established company (e.g., Big 4 or large multinational), and has subsequently taken on a broader, full-scope leadership role in a smaller or high-growth company where they owned the entire accounting function.</p><p>This role reports to senior leadership and partners closely with global finance teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Fluency in English/Mandarin is a must.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>Full Ownership of U.S. Finance &amp; Accounting</em></p><ul><li>Lead and own all accounting operations for the U.S. entity, including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end/year-end close.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Take full responsibility for balance sheet integrity and reconciliations.</li><li>Serve as the accountable finance lead for the U.S. business.</li></ul><p><em>Internal Controls &amp; Audit</em></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and continuously improve internal control processes.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. regulatory and statutory requirements.</li></ul><p><em>Process Building &amp; Financial Infrastructure</em></p><ul><li>Establish scalable accounting processes and policies from the ground up.</li><li>Improve systems, reporting automation, and financial visibility.</li><li>Evaluate and optimize financial systems to support business growth.</li></ul><p><em>Cross-Border Coordination</em></p><ul><li>Partner with global finance teams on consolidation and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Coordinate cross-border accounting matters between U.S., China, and Singapore entities.</li><li>Support transfer pricing and tax compliance with external advisors.</li></ul><p><em>Treasury &amp; Business Partnership</em></p><ul><li>Oversee U.S. cash management and forecasting.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, entity structuring, and financial analysis.</li><li>Provide financial insights to support business decision-making.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Keys:</strong></p><ol><li>8-12+ years of accounting/financial experience public / private</li><li>CPA with some tech industry ideally. </li><li>Has owned full financials</li><li>Mandarin language skills a must.</li><li>Strong US GAAP expertise.</li><li>Proven ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a lean team.</li></ol><p><strong>Sell on Job/Perks: </strong></p><ul><li>High growth; company doing great.</li><li>Great timing to join as they build out the finance/ops hub here in Boston. </li><li>Cool, start-up feel but a very well-established and successful legacy and team.</li><li>Great benefits, generous paid time off, free daily lunch and fully stocked kitchen.</li></ul><p>Interested candidates should apply, but you can also connect with John Bresnahan, RH Boston here on LI for further emphasis to your candidacy.</p>
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  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 175000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced and proactive U.S. Financial Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations for our organization in Boston, MA. This is a critical leadership role for someone who has previously been the end-to-end finance/accounting owner of a U.S. entity and understands how to build structure while operating in a lean environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate has a strong foundation from a well-established company (e.g., Big 4 or large multinational), and has subsequently taken on a broader, full-scope leadership role in a smaller or high-growth company where they owned the entire accounting function.</p><p>This role reports to senior leadership and partners closely with global finance teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Fluency in English/Mandarin is a must.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>Full Ownership of U.S. Finance &amp; Accounting</em></p><ul><li>Lead and own all accounting operations for the U.S. entity, including GL, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end/year-end close.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Take full responsibility for balance sheet integrity and reconciliations.</li><li>Serve as the accountable finance lead for the U.S. business.</li></ul><p><em>Internal Controls &amp; Audit</em></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and continuously improve internal control processes.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. regulatory and statutory requirements.</li></ul><p><em>Process Building &amp; Financial Infrastructure</em></p><ul><li>Establish scalable accounting processes and policies from the ground up.</li><li>Improve systems, reporting automation, and financial visibility.</li><li>Evaluate and optimize financial systems to support business growth.</li></ul><p><em>Cross-Border Coordination</em></p><ul><li>Partner with global finance teams on consolidation and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Coordinate cross-border accounting matters between U.S., China, and Singapore entities.</li><li>Support transfer pricing and tax compliance with external advisors.</li></ul><p><em>Treasury &amp; Business Partnership</em></p><ul><li>Oversee U.S. cash management and forecasting.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, entity structuring, and financial analysis.</li><li>Provide financial insights to support business decision-making.</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

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