Global Controller

About this opportunity

Reports to CEO The Role We are looking for a world-class financial leader to step into the role of Global Controller. As a top-tier financial strategist , you will oversee and own financial reporting integrity across our multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction platform. You will work directly with the CEO on capital markets and acquisition work. This is high impact financial ownership: accuracy, controls, and judgment under pressure not a review-only seat. What You'll Own Monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidations across entities and jurisdictions (US GAAP and IFRS as applicable) Quality control of accounting-team output before it reaches leadership. CEO special projects: projections, scenarios, capital markets and transaction support M&A / JV support: financial due diligence, valuation support, and integration analysis Audit and tax coordination with external advisors across jurisdictions Internal controls, treasury discipline, and ERP-based reporting (Acumatica or equivalent) Must-Haves: Big 4 audit or advisory experience (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, or PwC), with progression to senior/manager-level engagements Top-tier university degree in accountancy or finance with strong academic standing. CPA required; CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred 12+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including multi-entity consolidations and multi-jurisdiction reporting (US GAAP and IFRS as applicable) Proven experience beyond day-to-day operational accounting: capital markets, M&A, or acquisition modeling. Comfort operating independently and reporting directly to a CEO Willingness to complete a cognitive assessment (PLI) as part of screening. Nice to Have Experience in alternative asset management, private credit, or non-bank lending Experience with Acumatica or a comparable cloud ERP Familiarity with US and Gulf/MENA regulatory environments (e.g., CBB, SAMA) Compensation & Location Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, benchmarked to senior/VP-level Controller roles in Bahrain's financial services market. Based in Manama, Bahrain preferred; strong Philippines-based candidates will also be considered. Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional certification is strongly preferred. Prior experience in a global or multi-entity organization, ideally within financial services or impact-focused investments. Ability to work independently, collaborate across time zones, and adapt in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Must-Haves: Big 4 audit or advisory experience (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, or PwC), with progression to senior/manager-level engagements Top-tier university degree in accountancy or finance with strong academic standing. CPA required; CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional designation strongly preferred 12+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including multi-entity consolidations and multi-jurisdiction reporting (US GAAP and IFRS as applicable) Proven experience beyond day-to-day operational accounting: capital markets, M&A, or acquisition modeling. Comfort operating independently and reporting directly to a CEO Willingness to complete a cognitive assessment (PLI) as part of screening. Nice to Have Experience in alternative asset management, private credit, or non-bank lending Experience with Acumatica or a comparable cloud ERP Familiarity with US and Gulf/MENA regulatory environments (e.g., CBB, SAMA) Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional certification is strongly preferred. Prior experience in a global or multi-entity organization, ideally within financial services or impact-focused investments. Ability to work independently, collaborate across time zones, and adapt in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.