VP Corporate Controller

To be considered for the VP Corporate Controller position at Weave, candidates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance and possess an active CPA license. We seek professionals with at least 15 years of progressive accounting experience, including over 7 years in a leadership role within a publicly traded company. Ideal candidates will also have expertise in SEC reporting and compliance with GAAP/IFRS.

The VP Corporate Controller at Weave holds numerous responsibilities, including overseeing monthly and annual financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing audit processes, and leading financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, this role involves the implementation of robust internal controls and the mentorship of a high-performing finance team.

The VP Corporate Controller significantly contributes to Weave's growth by providing strategic financial insights that inform decision-making, optimizing accounting operations for efficiency, and ensuring financial integrity. Their leadership in financial reporting and management of audits lays a strong foundation for the company’s financial health, essential for sustainable growth.

In audit management at Weave, the VP Corporate Controller is responsible for partnering with both internal and external auditors. They play a key role in managing the audit process, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement, and ensuring that all financial practices align with ethical standards and regulatory requirements.

Having M&A experience is crucial for the VP Corporate Controller at Weave, as this role involves leading financial due diligence and managing integration processes during mergers and acquisitions. This experience helps identify synergies and manage valuation allocations effectively, ensuring seamless transitions that align with Weave’s growth strategy.

The essential skills for a successful VP Corporate Controller at Weave include strong leadership and team management capabilities, proficiency in ERP systems, and a solid understanding of tax matters in complex global environments. Additionally, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical for engaging with stakeholders and driving collaboration across departments.

Weave expects the VP Corporate Controller to adhere to high ethical standards and integrity in financial reporting. This role demands a commitment to transparency, compliance with all regulations, and responsible management of the company’s financial insights to uphold Weave’s reputation and trustworthiness in the industry.

Be sure to detail your relevant experiences, citing specific responsibilities you held in previous roles that demonstrate your proficiency in handling financial reports while adhering to compliance standards. Highlight any challenges you've faced and how you mitigated risks within the framework of SEC regulations.

Explain your systematic approach to overseeing financial close processes. Discuss using checklists, timelines, and collaboration with your finance team to guarantee deadlines are met while maintaining accuracy. Provide examples of tools or methodologies you employed in your previous positions to enhance efficiency.

Share a roadmap for assessing current internal controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing enhancements. Discuss principles like segregation of duties, regular audits, and employee training. Providing a recent example of successful improvements from a past experience could strengthen your answer.

Talk about the importance of building trusting relationships with both internal and external auditors. Describe your strategy for engaging auditors, keeping open lines of communication, and how you incorporate their feedback into your processes for continuous improvement, using examples where possible.

Detail the steps you took during a system implementation, including your role in the evaluation process, team involvement, training, and post-implementation review. Focus on the challenges you encountered and how you overcame them, showcasing your leadership skills and project management abilities.

Identify several KPIs that you find critical for assessing the performance of accounting operations, such as accuracy of financial reporting, timeliness of financial closes, and compliance rates. Discuss how you track these KPIs and use them to inform decision-making and process improvements.

Describe your proactive approach to addressing compliance issues, such as conducting a thorough investigation, consulting with your team, and collaborating with legal or compliance officers to develop solutions. Demonstrating a commitment to integrity and transparency is critical in your answer.

Discuss your leadership philosophy and how you would establish a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Share strategies for mentoring, providing constructive feedback, and encouraging professional development, ensuring you show genuine investment in your team's growth and success.

Provide an overview of your experience with mergers and acquisitions, detailing specific roles you played in financial due diligence, integration processes, and how you assessed synergies. Your answer should reflect your ability to guide teams through these complex transitions effectively.

Explain how you proactively keep abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, such as attending industry seminars, participating in professional organizations, or engaging in continuous education. Showing that you are committed to ongoing learning is crucial in this industry.