SVP - Corporate Controller

**Arkansas Talent Group's Executive Search Division** is exclusively working on a **SVP- Corporate Controller** for **a Private Equity Group** in **Little Rock**. Clients are open to looking at either the CAO or Controller level depending on the experience of the candidate. This is a unique opportunity that will work directly for a top-notch CFO and work with an incredible Accounting & FP&A team in Central Arkansas. This Accounting Leader will oversee all corporate-level accounting, lead a team of Plant Controllers and corporate accountants, ensure robust financial reporting, and controls across a $100M+ multi-site manufacturing operation. **Key Responsibilities:** - Serve as SME and leader to all accounting functions - Lead all accounting operations at the corporate level, consolidating financials across multiple manufacturing plants and portfolio entities - Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accountants at each plant and corporate level, fostering a culture of accuracy, compliance, and process improvement - Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate consolidated financial statements following US GAAP - Establish and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices across the organization - Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights, support strategic decisions, and drive cost-saving initiatives - Lead or support accounting automation, process optimization, and system upgrades to improve efficiency and reporting timelines - Ensure compliance with all regulatory, tax, and audit requirements; liaise with external auditors and advisors - Support M&A, integration, and other corporate transactions as needed **Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree in Accounting / MBA preferred - **CPA required** - 8+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience - **Manufacturing experience required / Multi-site experience highly preferred** - **Private Equity exposure in manufacturing is highly preferred** - Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting for complex organizations - Proven experience managing distributed teams and leading cross-site accounting functions - Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to partner with both plant operations and executive leadership - Experience with accounting process automation and system implementations a plus **Perks:** - Competitive Base Salary - Robust Bonus Program + **Potential Equity** - Strong total benefit package, including matching retirement plans - **Unlimited PTO** - Opportunity for growth and exposure with one of the fastest-growing companies in the state, work closely with C-Suite, and Board Exposure This is a rare and exciting opportunity for the Little Rock market to be a part of something truly special! **POSITION WILL SIT IN LITTLE ROCK**- only local candidates will be considered or candidates willing to relocate to the area. **For more information, please apply directly or reach out to Chris Chunn or Stephanie Shine via LinkedIn for confidential consideration.** ***Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.***