Controller - Client Accounting Services (US)

Position Summary

Sikich is seeking a Controller with 8+ years of accounting or audit experience. The ideal candidate must have experience in US GAAP general accounting, financial statement preparation or review/audit, and team management experience. The Controller will own oversee the month-end close and accounting processes of our clients. This role is highly client-facing and requires close collaboration with U.S.-based engagement teams and executive client stakeholders.

Sikich presents a unique opportunity to participate directly in high-growth client organizations. The accounting professionals at Sikich are highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals where one excels in providing strategic and tactical accounting, finance strategies and infrastructure critical to leadership planning.

What will you do in this role?

• Own the monthly and annual close processes for assigned clients
• Own accuracy and completeness of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and client-specific policies. In some instances, help clients implement accrual and GAAP practices
• Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations and actionable insights
• Support technical accounting topics, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), accruals, consolidations, complex transactions (Opening Balance Sheet review), etc.
• Serve as the primary accounting lead for a portfolio of clients across industries (e.g., SaaS, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, professional services, healthcare, etc.)
• Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
• Support audit readiness and coordinate with external auditors
• Own the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial reporting for assigned clients
• Advise clients on accounting policies, controls and process improvements
• Build strong relationships with U.S.-based clients, acting as a trusted advisor on accounting and financial matters
• Participate in regular client meetings (often overlapping U.S. time zones) to review financial results, address issues, and provide insights
• Manage and mentor a team of accountants that perform the day-to-day accounting
• Own quality and timeliness of all client deliverables and ensure adherence to quality and turnaround standards
• Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation within client engagements
• Collaborate with U.S.-based managers/directors to align on deliverables, timelines, and priorities

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting and CA, CPA (US), MBA (Finance), or equivalent professional qualification preferred, with demonstrated experience in U.S. GAAP accounting.
• CPA (US) is a major plus.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Managed team(s) having at least 10-20 team members.
• Prior experience in a Delivery Management role for a US based firm.
• Experience with U.S. accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Knowledge of US accounting systems.
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Organizational skills to manage a big team and strategic client engagements.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
• Proactive approach to accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Possesses a combination of both problem-solving and innovation skills to attend to several technical production challenges.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a varied platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams, and communities accelerate success.

We also offer:

• Family Health Insurance including parents
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Performance-based incentives
• Referral Bonus program
• Exam Fee Reimbursement Policy
• Indian festival holidays
• 5 days working week
• Meals facility
• Doctor's consultation