Global Corporate Controller

Nexthink is the leader in digital employee experience management software. The company provides IT leaders with unprecedented insight allowing them to see, diagnose and fix issues at scale impacting employees anywhere, with any application or network, before employees notice the issue. As the first solution to allow IT to progress from reactive problem solving to proactive optimization, Nexthink enables its more than 1,500 customers to provide better digital experiences to more than 25+ million employees. Dual headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland and Boston, Massachusetts, Nexthink has 9 offices worldwide. 

• Oversee the global accounting organization, spanning controllership, accounting, audit, tax, and financial systems
• Oversee global controllership functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting, internal control, revenue accounting, general ledgers, accounts payable, global tax function and financial systems.
• Oversee the global consolidated US GAAP audit and local statutory audits. Manage the audit process. Support and coordinate all internal and external audit activity
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year end close processes including consolidation and financial statement preparation, ensuring that all financial statements and reports are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Hands-on leadership on global technical accounting, including conducting research and drafting accounting memos on routine and non-routine transactions.
• Manages all accounting operations including - AP, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Cash, and Intercompany Accounting
• Interface with finance resources in a variety of countries and time zones to coordinate the global financial close process.
• Hands-on leadership on building and strengthening internal controls over financial reporting ("ICFRs") based on the COSO framework.
• Gather, interpret, and deliver insights that shape financial strategic decision making, including USGAAP, International GAAP, and local GAAP, i.e. ASC 606
• Develop, execute, and maintain/monitor global financial systems and processes; drive automation and AI adoption to improve operational efficiency.
• Support external reporting as needed, providing significant guidance and oversight
• Support M&A due diligence, identify possible issues and necessary remediation steps, and lead controllership integration work streams.
• Establish clear governance rules and execute governance monitoring of financial reporting platform (Finance Data and Reports) that is efficient and supports a consistent best in class tool utilization
• Manage and collaborate with onshore and offshore resources to deliver strategic projects and solutions in a cost-effective manner.
• Provide input into the roadmap and future planning efforts for Financial Systems with goal of more efficient processes, lower support costs, and alignment to company objectives
• Assess existing financial systems and the recommendation and implementation of new systems and expanded functionality
• Drive audit committee meeting agenda and the preparation of meeting materials.
• Work closely with FP&A team on reporting efforts related to senior leadership presentations, budgeting, monthly forecasting, and reporting of actuals.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing global team.
• Leverage AI to drive operational excellence and data analytics.

• BS/MS in Accounting or Finance
• CPA required
• Minimum of 15 years of accounting experience, preferably experience from a combination of both a publicly traded company and PE backed companies with revenue over $300M.
• Must be an existing Corporate/Global controller in a scaled environment
• 5 years in major public accounting firm
• Experience in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and internal controls highly preferred
• Experience in scaling up accounting operations in fast-growing environment.
• Netsuite experience a must have
• Led, managed and developed a high performing accounting team, driving performance by setting goals and development plans and fostering an environment to achieve those goals through ongoing feedback
• Prior experience being a change agent, developing and implementing processes and procedures where needed
• Leverage prior experience to set improvement and efficiency initiatives in place to bring the global accounting function to a best-in-class operation
• A true Subject Matter Expert and primary contact point for significant or unusual accounting transactions, monthly/quarterly/annual results, risks to the financial results
• Depth of knowledge of US GAAP and a variety of technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, business combinations, stock-based compensation, foreign currency matters, debt, etc.
• Change agent and committed to sharing and implementing best in class ways of working. A primary goal of this role will be to reduce inefficiencies: shorten the accounting close process, execute process redesign activities, and deploy Netsuite
• Experience supporting M&A activity for an acquisitive, growth-focused organization preferred
• Technology savvy with advanced knowledge of accounting and reporting software
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and process driven.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and unstructured environment.
• Experience managing a global team and interacting with global stakeholders.

We are the pioneers and trailblazers of a global IT Market Category (DEX) that is shaping the future of how the world works, giving our customers’ IT Teams total digital visibility across their enterprise. Our innovative solutions integrate real-time analytics, automation, and employee feedback across all endpoints. This enables our IT teams to solve complex technical challenges, create ever more productive workplaces, and deliver happy, satisfied employees in the digital workplace.

With over 1200 employees across 5 continents, Nexthink operates as One Team, connecting, collaborating and innovating to continuously grow. We call our employees ‘Nexthinkers’ and our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity is second to none. We currently have over 75 nationalities working with us, from all cultures and backgrounds, speaking many different languages

Total Rewards @ Nexthink

At Nexthink, we offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans.  Your total rewards compensation package includes base salary and may also include a commission or performance bonus plan.  We provide our US employees with 100% covered company benefits that consist of health, dental, vision as well as access to life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death/personal loss coverage. 

In addition, we offer: 

• 🏖️ Flexible Hours and unlimited vacation (employees have unlimited paid time off on top of the 15 days of holidays we offer), 11 company-paid holidays, and 3 extra days for volunteering.
• 🏡 Hybrid work model that balances office and remote work, with structured onboarding to foster connections and team integration.
• 📚 Free access to professional training platforms to explore your interests and enhance your skills.
• 🍼 Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents/primary caregivers, 6 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• 💰 Plan for the future with a 401(k) plan featuring up to 4% company matching contributions, vesting immediately, to grow your retirement savings.
• 📣 Bonuses for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.

Base salary ranges are determined by country, role, level, experience, and skills. The range displayed on each job posting reflects Nexthink’s good faith determination of the minimum and maximum targets for new hire salaries across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by related factors, including job skills, experience, and relevant education or training, which may impact a final offer. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.