Controller, cpa

Our Story Imagine being part of a team that’s not just shaping the future but actively driving it. At Davies North America, we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence, blending cutting-edge technology with top-tier professional services. As a vital part of the global Davies Group, we help businesses navigate risk, optimize operations, and spearhead transformation in the insurance and regulated sectors.

The Controller is a senior accounting leader responsible for overseeing the full accounting function across multiple entities or client portfolios. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting, manages internal controls, leads both onshore and offshore accounting teams, and partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional departments to support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented leader with a strong technical foundation in accounting and financial reporting, proven experience managing distributed teams, and a passion for driving process excellence and automation. This role is a full-time, remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, intercompany eliminations, account reconciliations, accruals, and month-/year-end close.
• Oversee financial reporting to internal leadership and/or external clients, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP (or applicable standards) and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop onshore and offshore accounting teams, ensuring effective communication, workload balance, and consistent execution across time zones.
• Own the internal control environment — design, implement, and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and control frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Manage audit and tax relationships, coordinating with external auditors, advisors, and internal stakeholders to support timely filings and audits.
• Partner with FP&A and operations teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Drive process improvement and automation initiatives, leveraging systems and tools to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Lead system implementations, integrations, or transitions related to ERP, accounting, or reporting platforms.
• Provide strategic accounting insight to executive leadership on business decisions, growth initiatives, and financial risks/opportunities.
• Support special projects including M&A integrations, entity restructuring, and global expansion.

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• MBA a plus
• CPA Required
• Progressive accounting experience, including leadership or controller-level capacity.
• Experience managing offshore or global accounting teams preferred.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOX exposure a plus).
• Proven success leading complex month-end and year-end close processes for multi-entity or multi-client environments.
• Strong technical systems proficiency, ERP (Sage), advanced Excel, and accounting automation tools.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Legal Notices

Benefits

At Davies North America, we are dedicated to supporting the well‑being and future of our qualifying employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans to support your health and that of your family
• A 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Time‑off policies, including Discretionary Time Off (DTO) for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) for non‑exempt employees
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage

Benefit offerings, eligibility, and required employer contributions may vary based on role, classification, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those tied to an employee’s primary work location. Where required by law, the Company provides paid sick leave, paid family and parental leave, and other mandated benefits in accordance with applicable state and local requirements.

Diversity and Inclusion

Davies is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought is essential for innovation and creativity, and we actively promote an environment where all voices are valued and heard.

Compensation Transparency

The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this role across all locations. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location, which may impact the final offer. We share ranges to remain transparent and consistent with pay equity practices.

Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance

Any background check or review of criminal history, if applicable to the role, will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair‑chance hiring requirements.

Massachusetts Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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