Business Unit Controller / Contrôleur ou contrôleuse d’unité d’affaires

Overview

The organization is seeking a Business Unit Controller to oversee the financial operations and performance of one or more software business units. This role serves as a strategic finance partner to business leadership and reports directly to the CFO. The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and results-oriented, with deep experience in accounting, financial planning, and operational finance within the software industry and complex, multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Move comfortably between strategic thinking and hands-on execution, translating high-level priorities into clear actions.
• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities for assigned business unit(s), ensuring compliance with organizational policies and relevant accounting standards (US GAAP).
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including revenue recognition, accruals, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Monitor business unit performance against targets and provide detailed variance analyses and insights to support data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain key financial and operational metrics, including ARR, churn, deferred revenue, and EBITDA.
• Partner with business leadership and the CFO to promote a cost-conscious culture focused on accountability, transparency, and value-driven decisions.
• Strengthen internal controls, streamline accounting workflows, and ensure financial integrity across systems and processes.
• Collaborate with centralized finance teams (payroll, tax, treasury, AP/AR) to support efficient end-to-end operations.
• Contribute to M&A integration efforts, including purchase accounting, opening balance sheets, and system transitions.
• Manage audits, statutory filings, and compliance with local and international financial regulations.
• Prioritize mentorship, team building, and coaching for local finance and accounting personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management, including at least 3 years in the software industry or a complex, multi-entity corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of SaaS financial metrics and revenue recognition principles.
• Proven experience with financial reporting, consolidation, budgeting, and analysis.
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as Sage Intacct or NetSuite, plus strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote, and international work environment.
• Demonstrated success building teams and developing staff.
• Strong focus on process improvement, automation, and finding efficiencies in ongoing operations.

Compensation & Benefits

No compensation or benefits details were provided in the source description.

Location

Remote and international work environment.