Global Controller (USA Remote)

At Gurobi Optimization, we're on a mission! 

A mission that focuses on mathematical optimization. We empower our customers to expand their use of mathematical optimization technology in order to make smarter decisions and solve some of the world's toughest and most impactful business problems. We're looking for passionate, dedicated, innovative game-changers to join our team and drive the future of Gurobi.

As the Global Controller at Gurobi Optimization, you oversee all aspects of global accounting, financial reporting, and statutory compliance, directly impacting the organization's success. Leading Gurobi's global accounting team, you orchestrate financial reporting strategies that drive organizational success and ensure compliance across diverse markets.

Responsibilities include overseeing comprehensive accounting and financial reporting across all subsidiaries, ensuring accurate consolidation, and optimizing management of foreign currencies. You provide leadership, support, and development opportunities to a global accounting team, directing global financial reporting and consolidation processes, managing complex inter-company transactions, and implementing transfer pricing strategies to maintain financial integrity and compliance with local and international regulations. 

• Direct our global accounting team, harmonizing financial reporting strategies across diverse markets to drive organizational success and global compliance. 
• Oversee comprehensive accounting and financial reporting across all subsidiaries, ensuring consolidation, compliance, and optimal foreign currency management. 
• Lead the global financial reporting and consolidation processes, including complex intercompany transactions and transfer pricing strategies. 
• Lead Gurobi’s Annual Audit process. 
• Oversee the General Ledger close process monthly, meeting reporting deadlines. 
• Ensure that all accounts are reconciled at each month's end. 
• Help prepare our company for a potential IPO in 3-5 years. 
• Communicate team objectives and individual responsibilities. Ensure everyone understands the team’s goals, their role in achieving them, and the standards they are expected to meet. 
• Direct global statutory compliance and regulatory reporting, setting standards for adherence to local and international financial regulations. 
• Coordinate with our Tax Manager and external partners like KPMG for global tax strategies, compliance submissions, and statutory audits. 
• Develop and implement robust controls for foreign currency transactions, including risk assessment and hedging strategies. 
• Spearhead the preparation, review, and enhancement of global financial reporting packages. 
• Oversee the financial integration of new business acquisitions, ensuring seamless alignment with global operations. 
• Evaluate and scale global financial infrastructure to support ongoing and future organizational growth. 
• Invest in training and professional development to help team members enhance their skills and knowledge. Regularly assess development needs and provide resources to meet them. 
• Maintain open lines of communication with and among team members. Regularly check work progress and employee well-being to foster a supportive environment. 
• Empower team members by delegating tasks that match their skills and career aspirations.  

• 10+ years in accounting with substantial leadership experience in multinational technology or software companies. 
• Master’s degree in Accounting; CPA, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent qualification required. 
• 5+ years of Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience is highly preferred. 
• Experience with public company financial reporting and SEC compliance is a plus. 

• Expertise in US GAAP and IFRS and basicglobal statutory financial regulations knowledge. 
• Exceptional financial planning, reporting, and analysis skills across various countries and currencies. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead international teams and manage complex global financial operations. 
• Proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite and advanced skills in Microsoft 365 and Excel. 
• Effective use of CRM systems such as Salesforce for financial forecasting and customer management. 

• Experience in managing confidential and sensitive information (PII) with the highest level of integrity. 
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects from inception to completion, adhering to tight deadlines. 
• Comfortable working collaboratively with cross-functional international teams. 
• Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally and accommodate global time zones in daily operations. 
• Must possess a current passport and any necessary international travel documentation. 

• Customer Focus:Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.  
• Power of the Team:Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others. 
• Innovation:The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.  
• Dedication:Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.  
• Integrity:Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindsetand fiscal responsibility.