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DEPARTMENT: Finance

JOB TITLE: Director, Corporate Controller

JOB CODE: CONT

REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Administrative Officer (CFAO)

JOB PURPOSE: 

This role at Arbitration Forums is as unique as it is rewarding because of the AF IPAAL Values (Integrity, Passion, Accountability, Achievement, Leadership) and TRI Model (Trust, Respect, Inclusion).  

The Director, Corporate Controller, is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and finance functions. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, developing financial strategies, managing internal controls, and supporting the CFO in financial decision-making. The Controller will lead a team of accounting and finance professionals and contribute to the company’s financial health and business strategy.

DEPARTMENTAL EXPECTATION OF EMPLOYEE 

• Adheres to AF Policy and Procedures and the AF IPAAL Values and TRI Model  
• Acts as a role model within and outside AF. 
• Performs duties as workload necessitates.  
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.  
• Communicates regularly with the departmental leader about department issues.  
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.  
• Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform duties of the position.  
• Meets Department productivity standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and payroll accounting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare internal financial statements, executive dashboards, variance analysis, and support Board-level reporting
• Partner with the CFAO and department leaders to provide accurate forecasts, modeling, and budget performance reporting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS regulations, and other relevant requirements; lead the annual external audit process
• Evaluate and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and risk mitigation practices
• Own and facilitate enterprise risk management framework, process and reporting
• Serve as the key financial system administrator and support automation, integration, and data accuracy initiatives
• Owns process for sourcing, selecting, risk mitigation and monitoring of vendor partnerships to enhance operational efficiency and strategic alignment
• Lead and develop the accounting and finance team, creating opportunities for growth and capability building
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial practices with enterprise goals and operational needs
• Model financial integrity and provide transparency around decision-making and fiscal responsibility
• Support organizational transformation with a proactive, solutions-focused approach to change

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in or lead special projects related to cost containment, technology upgrades, or organizational change
• Represent Finance in cross-departmental planning sessions or task forces
• Foster an inclusive, high-performing team environment with a focus on continuous improvement
• Provide training and mentorship on financial literacy and budget accountability across the organization

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA certification strongly preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting, finance, risk management experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
• Experience with enterprise financial systems (e.g., ADP, Sage Intacct, or similar)
• Strong track record of audit readiness, GAAP compliance, internal controls and financial operations

Language Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Mathematical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and statistical methods

Reasoning Ability:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Demonstrated judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial data

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This is a fully remote position requiring reliable high-speed internet access and a dedicated workspace. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.