Controller - Client Accounting Services

Controller (Ahmedabad, India)

What to expect when you join Sikich

Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through different perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth – for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought-after employer of choice.

Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!

Are you ready to grow with us

Position Summary

Sikich is seeking a Controller with 8+ years of accounting or audit experience. The ideal candidate must have experience in US GAAP general accounting, financial statement preparation or review/audit, and team management experience. The Controller will own oversee the month-end close and accounting processes of our clients. This role is highly client-facing and requires close collaboration with U.S.-based engagement teams and executive client stakeholders.

Sikich presents a unique opportunity to participate directly in high-growth client organizations. The accounting professionals at Sikich are highly motivated and detail-oriented individuals where one excels in providing strategic and tactical accounting, finance strategies and infrastructure critical to leadership planning.

What will you do in this role

• Own the monthly and annual close processes for assigned clients
• Own accuracy and completeness of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and client-specific policies. In some instances, help clients implement accrual and GAAP practices
• Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations and actionable insights
• Support technical accounting topics, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), accruals, consolidations, complex transactions (Opening Balance Sheet review), etc.
• Serve as the primary accounting lead for a portfolio of clients across industries (e.g., SaaS, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, professional services, healthcare, etc.)
• Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
• Support audit readiness and coordinate with external auditors
• Own the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial reporting for assigned clients
• Advise clients on accounting policies, controls and process improvements
• Build strong relationships with U.S.-based clients, acting as a trusted advisor on accounting and financial matters
• Participate in regular client meetings (often overlapping U.S. time zones) to review financial results, address issues, and provide insights
• Manage and mentor a team of accountants that perform the day-to-day accounting
• Own quality and timeliness of all client deliverables and ensure adherence to quality and turnaround standards
• Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation within client engagements
• Collaborate with U.S.-based managers/directors to align on deliverables, timelines, and priorities

What do you need to succeed in this role

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and CA, CPA (US), MBA (Finance), or equivalent professional qualification preferred, with demonstrated experience in U.S. GAAPaccounting.
• CPA (US) is a major plus.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Managed team(s) having at least 10-20 team members.
• Prior experience in a Delivery Management role for a US based firm.
• Experience with U.S. accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Knowledge of US accounting systems.
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Organizational skills to manage a big team and strategic client engagements.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
• Proactive approach to accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Possesses a combination of both problem-solving and innovation skills to attend to several technical production challenges.

In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows:

• Servant Leader – You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
• Solutions Focused – You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
• Collaboration – You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
• Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
• Impact & Influence Thinking – You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.

About Sikich

Sikich offers the public and private sectors a varied platform of professional services across consulting, technology and compliance. Highly specialized and hands-on teams deliver integrated solutions rooted in deep industry experience. Our approach is strategically and thoughtfully designed to help our clients, teams, and communities accelerate success.

We also offer:

• Family Health Insurance including parents
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Performance-based incentives
• Referral Bonus program
• Exam Fee Reimbursement Policy
• Indian festival holidays
• 5 days working week
• Meals facility
• Doctor's consultation

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Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Sikich practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients, and Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries provide tax and business advisory services to its clients. Sikich CPA LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich LLC under which Sikich LLC supports Sikich CPA LLC's performance of its professional services. Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

Sikich is the brand name under which Sikich CPA LLC and Sikich LLC provide professional services. The entities under the Sikich brand are independently owned and are not liable for the services provided by any other entity providing services under the Sikich brand. The use of the terms our company, we and us and other similar terms denote the alternative practice structure of Sikich CPA LLC and Sikich LLC.