Assistant Corporate Controller

The RoleWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Assistant Corporate Controller to overseeday-to-day operations and execution of accounting processes. This individual will play acritical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls ina SOX compliant environment, and supporting the company’s continued internationalgrowth.A primary responsibility is driving a disciplined and efficient month-end close process andproducing high-quality financial statements and reporting packages. This role also includesoverseeing public company reporting requirements as part of the company’sresponsibilities as a reporting segment of a publicly traded parent company. The AssistantController will support the preparation and presentation of financial results for internalleadership, external auditors, the parent company, banks, and other stakeholders.This leader will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, monthly/quarterly financialreporting, consolidation of international subsidiaries, and daily transactional functionsincluding A/R, A/P, and treasury.Responsibilities Own the monthly close process end-to-end, including journal entries, accountreconciliations, accruals, variance analysis, and timely production of accuratefinancial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies. Oversee general ledger, revenue recognition, tax compliance, intercompanyeliminations, and multi-entity global consolidations. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and operational resultsfor internal stakeholders, executive leadership, and the parent company. Direct the operational accounting functions, including accounts payable, accountsreceivable, treasury, and financial accounting teams. Strengthen financial controls and reporting discipline by maintaining audit-readydocumentation, enforcing internal controls, supporting external audits, andimproving accounting processes, systems, and workflows for accuracy andefficiency to ensure compliance with SOX requirements. Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, banking partners,and the parent company’s financial leadership, ensuring transparentcommunication and timely response to inquiries. Support local statutory compliance and regulatory filing requirements acrossmultiple international jurisdictions, including coordination with in-country financeteams and external advisors to ensure timely and accurate tax filings, statutoryfinancial statements, and other regulatory submissions. Support global tax planning and compliance in coordination with tax professionalsand local advisors, as needed. Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing accounting team, driving accountability,continuous learning, and operational excellence. Partner with the VP, Accounting and other Senior Leaders to support strategicinitiatives.Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required. 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a seniorleadership capacity. Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition,consolidations of international subsidiaries, and intercompany accounting. Deep understanding of and recent experience with SOX, audit processes, andinternal controls. Experience supporting public company reporting as part of a business unit orsegment within a larger public enterprise. Experience with accounting for Value Added Tax and State and Use Taxes in multiplejurisdictions preferred. Deep hands-on experiences with ERP systems and accounting software in additionto advanced Excel and data analysis tools including experience in a SOXenvironment. Demonstrated success in managing a fast, efficient, and well-controlled monthlyclose and reporting process. Track record of managing global operations, multi-currency consolidations, andstatutory reporting. Skilled in preparing financial results for board-level and external audiences, withexcellent communication and presentation abilities. Experience in global events, hospitality, travel, or similar industries stronglypreferred. This role is based at our headquarters in Charlotte, NC.