Vice President Corporate Controller

$180,450 - $354,150/Yr

Services en nuage Genesys - Boston, MA

Full-time - Executive

Remote - Boston, MA

5,001-10,000 employees

About the position

Genesys empowers more than 8,000 organizations in over 100 countries to improve loyalty and business outcomes by creating the best experiences for customers and employees. Through Genesys Cloud, the #1 AI-powered experience orchestration platform, Genesys delivers the future of CX to organizations of all sizes so they can provide empathetic, personalized experiences at scale. As the trusted, all-in-one platform born in the cloud, Genesys Cloud accelerates growth for organizations by enabling them to differentiate with the right customer experience at the right time. We employ more than 6,000 people across the globe who embrace empathy and cultivate collaboration to succeed. And, while we offer great benefits and perks like larger tech companies, our employees have the independence to make a larger impact on the company and take ownership of their work. Join the team and create the future of customer experience together. We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic executive to join our finance leadership team as our Vice President and Corporate Controller. The Corporate Controller is a demonstrated professional who is responsible for the core operational aspects of our accounting and controls. The Corporate Controller collaborates cross-functionally with the broader organization along with the Chief Accounting Officer and will play a pivotal role in the company's accounting team in overseeing the financial operations and reporting across our global operations. Developing a global team of professionals, you will be responsible for day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial statements, which includes responsibility for the controllership, corporate accounting, record to report, financial reporting, and special reporting. A successful candidate is one who can develop talent, balance capabilities, costs and service levels, improve processes, and work effectively and strategically cross-functionally in a rapidly changing and growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, continue to develop, and improve the global close processes for an exciting, rapidly growing SaaS company
• Oversee the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting efforts in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Work with the revenue team to ensure accurate and compliant revenue recognition across various software product offerings, including SaaS offerings, and term licenses, in line with ASC 606 standards and related interpretations
• Oversee and optimize internal controls to ensure SOX compliance and coordinate with internal and external auditors as it relates to controls testing and evaluation of exceptions
• Assess financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential threats to the company's financial stability and growth
• Stay informed about industry trends, accounting developments, and regulatory changes that may impact financial operations and reporting
• Oversee the technical team's establishment and maintenance of accounting policies, ensuring practices and procedures comply with US at scale with high accounting quality
• Develop diverse talent to promote team retention to meet current and future business needs
• Set the standards as a guiding professional and advisor for increased levels of employee job satisfaction and employee engagement through the development and mentoring of the accounting team
• Work with the technical team on accounting positions of unusual and/or high judgment items and ensure the team prepares the organization for impact, including GAAP/non-GAAP, subsequent events, and adoption of new pronouncements
• Ensure overall corporate controllership policies are aligned globally
• Oversee accounting integration and valuation for mergers & acquisitions
• Work closely with the strategic finance team supporting budgeting and forecasting
• Take a primary role in the implementation of acquired businesses into the financial systems of the company

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Minimum of 15 years relevant work experience with at least 6 years at a Big 4 accounting firm
• Progressive substantive experience in finance and accounting stakeholder roles, preferably in a public software or technology company
• A collaborative, goal-oriented 'initiator,' who is a supportive, focused, high performing professional
• Experience with managing global accounting operations and working with international subsidiaries is a plus
• Verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate status, issues, risks, and opportunities to all levels of the organization
• Consistent record of developing high profile, influential and collaborative relationships across teams, functions and layers, preferably expansive of navigating a large corporation
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and flexibility to switch from one project to the next

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Telehealth coverage
• Flexible work schedules and work from home opportunities
• Development and career growth opportunities
• Open Time Off in addition to 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching program
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility treatments