Controller (For US Company)

Job Title: Experienced Controller (Remote - Philippines-based)

Work Setup: Full-time, Remote

Industry: E-commerce

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Controller to join our growing team. This is a leadership role for a seasoned finance professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. You’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations while driving structure, internal controls, and financial processes that ensure accuracy, compliance, and scalability. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with deep expertise in US GAAP, a strong operational mindset, and a proven ability to manage audits, accounting teams, and financial processes in complex, high-volume environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounting operations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), month-end close, general ledger management, tax filings, and audit preparation.
• Ensure financial statements are prepared in compliance with US GAAP.
• Design, implement, and improve internal controls, accounting systems, and financial processes.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing accounting team; ensure clear delegation, performance tracking, and professional development.
• Lead the preparation and execution of audits, liaising with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements and standardization across the finance function.
• Monitor and manage working capital needs, particularly in high-volume environments (e.g., marketplaces, ecommerce platforms, or transaction-heavy businesses).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership, contributing insights for budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.

Qualifications:

• 12–15 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 5 years in a Controller or senior leadership role.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and tax compliance requirements.
• Strong experience managing audits and working with external auditors.
• Demonstrated success in leading accounting teams and managing people in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and detail-oriented.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a process-driven mindset.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Bonus: Experience in marketplace or high-volume transaction environments (e.g., ecommerce, fintech, logistics).

Location Requirement:
Candidate must be based in the Philippines and available to work partially overlapping hours with a U.S.-based team.