Vice President, Controller, Central Europe, Middle East & Africa (CEMEA)
On-siteDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
Lead regional controllership, financial reporting, and governance across CEMEA, ensuring accuracy of U.S. GAAP, management, and statutory disclosures while supporting global SEC obligations. Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEMEA CFO and global leadership on financial strategy, risk management, and operational governance. Own the regional control environment by leading internal and external audits, enforcing SOX compliance, and anticipating regulatory risks. Champion finance transformation through automation, digital capabilities, and GenAI to modernize processes and drive operational efficiency. Lead a geographically dispersed team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and developing future leaders through succession planning and mentorship.
Required Qualifications
- 15+ years of progressive finance, accounting or controllership leadership experience within multinational, public-company environments
- Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, audit and regulatory compliance
- Experience leading finance organizations across multiple jurisdictions, currencies and regulatory environments
- Demonstrated success operating within large matrix organizations and partnering with executive leadership teams
- Experience leading large-scale finance transformation, process improvement and automation initiatives, including the application of AI and emerging technologies
- Strong knowledge of SOX controls, governance and enterprise risk management practices
- Drives transformation, simplifies complexity and embraces innovation
- Maintains exceptionally high standards of financial stewardship and governance
- Builds strong partnerships across regions, functions and global teams
- Makes sound decisions balancing risk, compliance and commercial objectives
- Builds high-performing teams and actively develops future leaders
Desired Qualifications
- CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification strongly preferred
- Combination of Big Four public accounting experience and senior finance leadership experience within a complex global organization
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