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The Corporate Controller manages a global accounting organization with both direct and indirect reports.\nKey Responsibilities\nOversee the maintenance of global financial records; review and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and related reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards.\nLead all financial reporting activities, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of disclosed financial information, including consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, operating metrics, and MD&A on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.\nManage financial statement consolidation activities, including intercompany accounts and eliminations, and partner with accounting teams to resolve complex issues.\nAssess accounting and tax implications of material business decisions across multiple entities and jurisdictions.\nEnsure that all financial transactions are properly recorded in accordance with applicable standards.\nEvaluate and enhance accounting processes and functions; 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