US Controller, Oura

• The ideal candidate will be a CPA with strong US GAAP expertise but will be evaluated primarily on their operational experience and ability to foster a high-performance culture within their team
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 4 years in a leadership role
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and experience with complex accounting areas, including inventory, FX, and consolidations
• Proven experience managing inventory accounting and foreign exchange risk in a multi-entity, multinational environment
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP), close management tools, banking platforms, and advanced Excel skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a high-performance team culture
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

Desirable

• The US Controller will lead all aspects of operational accounting processes for the US entity, with a strong emphasis on inventory management, foreign exchange (FX) management, intercompany transactions, consolidations, treasury, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) in the US
• This role will ensure compliance with US GAAP and provide critical operational oversight to optimize financial processes
• Own the full-cycle accounting process for the US entity, including ownership of the month-end consolidated close process in compliance with US GAAP
• Collaborate with the Finnish Accounting team and Finnish Group Controller to ensure appropriate and compliant processes are designed and implemented across all jurisdictions
• Manage and optimize inventory accounting processes, including valuation, costing, and periodic counts
• Lead foreign exchange (FX) management strategies, including exposure analysis, hedging, and currency conversion
• Direct and oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely elimination entries
• Manage consolidated financial reporting, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Oversee the appropriateness of all ERP inputs, including Global Chart of Accounts, Items, Skus, Exchange Rates, etc
• Supervise treasury operations, including cash flow management, bank relationships, and short-term investments
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) functions specifically for the US entity, ensuring efficient and compliant payment processing and collections
• Establish, document, and enforce accounting policies and procedures
• Define Accounting function-specific KPIs and track accountability, driving towards
• Lead and mentor a team of 5+ accounting professionals, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development
• Represent key accounting needs during financial systems implementations to ensure streamlined process, appropriate oversight, and optimized reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, procurement, and tax, to ensure alignment of financial objectives