Director of Controlling - Americas

Position Summary:

The Director of Controlling - Americas is responsible for leading and developing the financial controlling function across the Americas region. This includes oversight of financial reporting, revenue recognition, compliance, risk management, and business partnering with operational and commercial leaders. The role ensures accurate financial insights are provided to support executive decision-making and drive strategic growth. The Director will also be responsible for M&A projects and post-merger integration efforts.

This position requires a strategic and hands-on leader who can optimize financial processes, drive performance improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, international environment.

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements

Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing processes in coordination with Accounting and Finance teams

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes across the Americas region

Analyze revenue streams, cost structures, and investment opportunities to improve financial performance

Ensure accurate application of revenue recognition principles (GAAP/IFRS) and oversee transfer pricing compliance

Develop and implement KPIs, dashboards, financial reporting tools, and manage applicable system roll-outs to drive data-driven decision-making

Provide financial insights to executive leadership, supporting strategic initiatives and investment decisions

Lead and mentor a high-performing controlling team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Lead Regional compliance and risk management programs, initiative implementations, and enforcement

Support M&A activities, including due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning

Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and business case development for senior leadership

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (MBA or CPA/CMA preferred)

12+ years of experience in financial controlling or corporate finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

Experience working in a multi-national corporate environment with a focus on US and global finance operations

Proven track record in financial process optimization, cost management, and strategic planning

Experience in leading financial aspects of M&A transactions and post-merger integration

Specific Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Technical & Financial Expertise

Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, financial modeling, and reporting standards

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and BI tools for financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

Leadership & Communication

Strong business partnering skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders

Excellent leadership, team management, and coaching abilities

Strong problem-solving mindset with a hands-on approach to execution

Strategic & Analytical Thinking

Ability to identify trends, drive data-driven decision-making, and optimize financial performance

Experience in working in a fast-paced, international business environment

Fundamental competencies form the foundation for individual and organizational success in TUV SUD and apply to all employees and showcase behaviors aligned to TUV SUD values and culture cornerstones:

- Communication

- Collaboration

- Customer Orientation

- Self Management

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran

TUV SUD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

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