Global Controller - Us Gaap - Sox H/F - WeMaintain

?? Who are we?In 2017, after more than ten years in the lift industry across Europe and Asia, noticed a system stuck in its ways where speed takes priority over quality and frontline teams remain invisible.With and , he founded WeMaintain to put technology, trust and people back at the heart of building maintenance. Their ambition: give technicians back their autonomy, rely on in-house IoT technology, and deliver a service designed for users and clients.
Based in Paris, London, Singapore and Hong Kong, we maintain lifts, escalators, automatic doors and fire safety systems. With 300+ employees, we combine on-the-ground expertise with data-driven management to deliver high-performing, transparent, and sustainable maintenance.We don't just maintain buildings. We transform how they're operated.?? Why join us?Because here, you don't have to choose between autonomy and stability.Large groups often offer stability, but little room to manoeuvre. Smaller organisations allow more freedom, but sometimes without clear direction.At WeMaintain, we strike the right balance:Real autonomy, with modern tools and strong supportA culture built on trust, transparency and respectGenuine opportunities for growth and internal mobilityA team that values commitment, perseverance and the drive to make things happenAnd our values guide us every day:Care: Working with respect and kindness, internally as well as with our customersGrit: Seeing things through, with high standards and determinationUniqueness: Daring to be yourself, sharing your ideas and challenging the status quo?? Who we're looking for?We are looking for a Global Controller to join our Group Finance organisation, based in Paris or London.Originally built as a VC-backed technology scale-up, WeMaintain is now majority-owned by a global US-listed industry leader. This new chapter requires WeMaintain to preserve the agility and ownership culture of a scale-up while progressively adopting the accounting, reporting and internal control standards expected in a listed-company environment.We are therefore strengthening our Group Finance organisation with a senior Global Controller.Reporting directly to David, the Group CFO, you will lead WeMaintain's controllership function and be responsible for the integrity, quality and control of the Group's financial reporting.You will supervise the Group Accounting function and provide accounting and reporting leadership across WeMaintain's international entities.You will ensure that monthly and quarterly closes, financial reporting, accounting judgments, balance sheet reconciliations and revenue recognition processes meet appropriate standards of completeness, accuracy, documentation and review.The role will also lead WeMaintain's readiness for US GAAP reporting, SOX / internal control over financial reporting requirements and quarterly public-company certification processes.This is a senior, hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced Controller who combines strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to build practical processes in a fast-growing international business.?? Your day-to-day at WeMaintainAs our Global Controller, you will:Lead group controllership and accounting qualityLead the Group controllership framework and supervise the Group Head of AccountingEstablish clear accounting policies, close procedures, review standards and escalation rules across all entitiesOwn the governance of the monthly and quarterly financial closeReview and challenge significant accounting entries, accruals, reserves, revenue schedules, estimates and accounting judgmentsEnsure key balance sheet accounts are reconciled, reviewed and appropriately supportedMonitor accounting quality across countries and drive timely remediation of identified issuesDevelop the Accounting organisation and raise technical accounting and reporting capabilities across the Finance teamLead financial reporting and quarterly certificationLead the preparation and quality review of WeMaintain financial information submitted for Group monthly and quarterly reportingEnsure financial reporting is complete, accurate, appropriately documented and supported by effective review controlsCoordinate Finance inputs supporting quarterly CEO / CFO and business-unit certification processesMaintain visibility over significant accounting matters, reporting exceptions, control deficiencies and remediation actionsEnsure appropriate escalation of significant transactions, unusual items, contingencies and post-close eventsLead US GAAP and technical accountingLead the identification, assessment and documentation of differences between local accounting standards and US GAAPEstablish accounting positions and supporting documentation for significant or judgmental transactions, with support from Group Controllership and external advisors where appropriateOversee key technical accounting topics including revenue recognition, contract accounting, leases, provisions, intercompany matters and consolidationEnsure accounting policies are consistently applied across jurisdictionsStrengthen internal control over financial reporting / SOXDevelop a pragmatic internal control framework adapted to WeMaintain's size and maturityEnsure key controls over financial reporting are clearly defined, assigned, documented and evidencedOversee remediation of identified control deficienciesCoordinate SOX readiness and testing activities with the relevant Group functions; the role does not replace Internal AuditProvide senior oversight of revenue recognition and financial reviewProvide senior oversight of revenue recognition across Maintenance, Repair and Modernisation activitiesEstablish appropriate review standards for contract support, revenue schedules, backlog / remaining performance obligations and related accounting entriesEnsure reconciliation between operational systems, Salesforce and accounting records where relevantChallenge significant or unusual revenue recognition matters before reportingReview, challenge and approve underlying schedules and supporting documentation according to defined thresholds, while Accounting teams and Country Finance Managers remain responsible for their preparationOversee consolidation, intercompany and tax-related accountingOversee the design and implementation of WeMaintain subgroup consolidation and intercompany reconciliation processesEnsure consolidation entries and elimination processes are complete, controlled and auditablePartner with Group Tax on the accounting implementation and control of transfer-pricing and intercompany charging mechanismsSupport the development of reliable systems-based reporting flows from local entities through WeMaintain Group reportingLead audit and support finance transformationLead the relationship with external auditors on Group accounting and financial reporting mattersEnsure Accounting teams prepare complete and audit-ready supporting files and that audit findings are addressedIdentify opportunities to improve and automate close, accounting and reporting processesSupport the development of scalable financial systems, data ownership, reconciliation and reporting controls?? What we're looking forYou're a great fit if you:Have significant experience in controllership, accounting, audit and/or financial reportingHold, or are progressing towards, a recognised professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACA, ACCA or DECHave previous experience in a listed-company or similarly demanding reporting environmentHave strong knowledge of US GAAP and practical experience with SOX / internal controls over financial reportingHave a strong understanding of monthly and quarterly close, balance-sheet controls, revenue recognition and technical accountingHave experience leading or supervising accounting teamsHave worked in an international, multi-entity and multi-currency environmentHave exposure to consolidation and intercompany processesAre senior, credible and able to challenge constructivelyCombine strong technical accounting judgement with a pragmatic, hands-on approachAre fluent in English?? Bonus points ifYou have a Big Four backgroundYou have previously worked within a US-listed company environmentYou have experience in B2B services, recurring-revenue models, field services or an industrial environmentYou have worked with NetSuite, HFM or comparable ERP / Group reporting systemsYou speak French?? What success looks likeMonthly and quarterly financial reporting is complete, accurate, appropriately documented and supported by effective review controlsAccounting policies, close procedures and review standards are clear and consistently applied across entitiesSignificant accounting matters, reporting exceptions and control deficiencies are identified, escalated and remediated appropriatelyWeMaintain continues to strengthen its readiness for US GAAP reporting, SOX and quarterly public-company certification requirementsConsolidation, intercompany and revenue recognition processes are controlled, reliable and auditableAccounting and reporting capabilities continue to develop across the Finance organisation?? What we offerA senior role with real ownership within our Group Finance organisationDirect exposure to the Group CFO and senior Finance stakeholdersThe opportunity to contribute to a key stage in WeMaintain's development as we strengthen our accounting, reporting and internal-control frameworkAn international working environment across several entities and marketsStrong support from your manager and teamInternal mobility opportunities across teams and locationsA mission-driven company with a high bar for quality?? How to applyEvery application is reviewed carefully. Let us knowwho you are, what attracts you to this role, and what you'd like to build with us.We value motivation, curiosity and potential over a perfect background.To apply, click the Apply button below and answer a few questions in the form. It's quick, and it helps us get to know you better.At WeMaintain, we value diversity, encourage personal development, and are committed to inclusion. Whatever your background, story or identity, you are welcome to apply.?? Recruitment ProcessAn initial conversation with our Recruitment team - 30 mins?? To understand your background, motivations and expectationsAn interview with David, our Group CFO - 60 mins?? A deeper discussion around the role, your technical expertise and the Finance organisationA conversation with a Finance leader from our majority shareholder - 45 mins?? To explore listed-company reporting, US GAAP / SOX exposure and the wider Group environmentA peer interview - 45 mins?? To understand how you collaborate, challenge and operate within a Finance organisationA final conversation with one of our Co-Founders - 30 mins?? To confirm alignment on the role, culture and the next stage of WeMaintain's journeyWelcome to the team! ??In 2017, after more than ten years in the lift industry across Europe and Asia, noticed a system stuck in its ways where speed takes priority over quality and frontline teams remain invisible.With and , he founded WeMaintain to put technology, trust and people back at the heart of building maintenance. Their ambition: give technicians back their autonomy, rely on in-house IoT technology, and deliver a service designed for users and clients.Based in Paris, London, Singapore and Hong Kong, we maintain lifts, escalators, automatic doors and fire safety systems. With 300+ employees, we combine on-the-ground expertise with data-driven management to deliver high-performing, transparent, and sustainable maintenance.We don't just maintain buildings. We transform how they're operated.Because here, you don't have to choose between autonomy and stability.Large groups often offer stability, but little room to manoeuvre. Smaller organisations allow more freedom, but sometimes without clear direction.At WeMaintain, we strike the right balance:Real autonomy, with modern tools and strong supportA culture built on trust, transparency and respectGenuine opportunities for growth and internal mobilityA team that values commitment, perseverance and the drive to make things happenAnd our values guide us every day:Care: Working with respect and kindness, internally as well as with our customersGrit: Seeing things through, with high standards and determinationUniqueness: Daring to be yourself, sharing your ideas and challenging the status quoWe are looking for a Global Controller to join our Group Finance organisation, based in Paris or London.Originally built as a VC-backed technology scale-up, WeMaintain is now majority-owned by a global US-listed industry leader. This new chapter requires WeMaintain to preserve the agility and ownership culture of a scale-up while progressively adopting the accounting, reporting and internal control standards expected in a listed-company environment.We are therefore strengthening our Group Finance organisation with a senior Global Controller.Reporting directly to David, the Group CFO, you will lead WeMaintain's controllership function and be responsible for the integrity, quality and control of the Group's financial reporting.You will supervise the Group Accounting function and provide accounting and reporting leadership across WeMaintain's international entities.You will ensure that monthly and quarterly closes, financial reporting, accounting judgments, balance sheet reconciliations and revenue recognition processes meet appropriate standards of completeness, accuracy, documentation and review.The role will also lead WeMaintain's readiness for US GAAP reporting, SOX / internal control over financial reporting requirements and quarterly public-company certification processes.This is a senior, hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced Controller who combines strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to build practical processes in a fast-growing international business.As our Global Controller, you will:Lead group controllership and accounting qualityLead the Group controllership framework and supervise the Group Head of AccountingEstablish clear accounting policies, close procedures, review standards and escalation rules across all entitiesOwn the governance of the monthly and quarterly financial closeReview and challenge significant accounting entries, accruals, reserves, revenue schedules, estimates and accounting judgmentsEnsure key balance sheet accounts are reconciled, reviewed and appropriately supportedMonitor accounting quality across countries and drive timely remediation of identified issuesDevelop the Accounting organisation and raise technical accounting and reporting capabilities across the Finance teamLead financial reporting and quarterly certificationLead the preparation and quality review of WeMaintain financial information submitted for Group monthly and quarterly reportingEnsure financial reporting is complete, accurate, appropriately documented and supported by effective review controlsCoordinate Finance inputs supporting quarterly CEO / CFO and business-unit certification processesMaintain visibility over significant accounting matters, reporting exceptions, control deficiencies and remediation actionsEnsure appropriate escalation of significant transactions, unusual items, contingencies and post-close eventsLead US GAAP and technical accountingLead the identification, assessment and documentation of differences between local accounting standards and US GAAPEstablish accounting positions and supporting documentation for significant or judgmental transactions, with support from Group Controllership and external advisors where appropriateOversee key technical accounting topics including revenue recognition, contract accounting, leases, provisions, intercompany matters and consolidationEnsure accounting policies are consistently applied across jurisdictionsStrengthen internal control over financial reporting / SOXDevelop a pragmatic internal control framework adapted to WeMaintain's size and maturityEnsure key controls over financial reporting are clearly defined, assigned, documented and evidencedOversee remediation of identified control deficienciesCoordinate SOX readiness and testing activities with the relevant Group functions; the role does not replace Internal AuditProvide senior oversight of revenue recognition and financial reviewProvide senior oversight of revenue recognition across Maintenance, Repair and Modernisation activitiesEstablish appropriate review standards for contract support, revenue schedules, backlog / remaining performance obligations and related accounting entriesEnsure reconciliation between operational systems, Salesforce and accounting records where relevantChallenge significant or unusual revenue recognition matters before reportingReview, challenge and approve underlying schedules and supporting documentation according to defined thresholds, while Accounting teams and Country Finance Managers remain responsible for their preparationOversee consolidation, intercompany and tax-related accountingOversee the design and implementation of WeMaintain subgroup consolidation and intercompany reconciliation processesEnsure consolidation entries and elimination processes are complete, controlled and auditablePartner with Group Tax on the accounting implementation and control of transfer-pricing and intercompany charging mechanismsSupport the development of reliable systems-based reporting flows from local entities through WeMaintain Group reportingLead audit and support finance transformationLead the relationship with external auditors on Group accounting and financial reporting mattersEnsure Accounting teams prepare complete and audit-ready supporting files and that audit findings are addressedIdentify opportunities to improve and automate close, accounting and reporting processesSupport the development of scalable financial systems, data ownership, reconciliation and reporting controlsYou're a great fit if you:Have significant experience in controllership, accounting, audit and/or financial reportingHold, or are progressing towards, a recognised professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACA, ACCA or DECHave previous experience in a listed-company or similarly demanding reporting environmentHave strong knowledge of US GAAP and practical experience with SOX / internal controls over financial reportingHave a strong understanding of monthly and quarterly close, balance-sheet controls, revenue recognition and technical accountingHave experience leading or supervising accounting teamsHave worked in an international, multi-entity and multi-currency environmentHave exposure to consolidation and intercompany processesAre senior, credible and able to challenge constructivelyCombine strong technical accounting judgement with a pragmatic, hands-on approachAre fluent in EnglishYou have a Big Four backgroundYou have previously worked within a US-listed company environmentYou have experience in B2B services, recurring-revenue models, field services or an industrial environmentYou have worked with NetSuite, HFM or comparable ERP / Group reporting systemsYou speak FrenchMonthly and quarterly financial reporting is complete, accurate, appropriately documented and supported by effective review controlsAccounting policies, close procedures and review standards are clear and consistently applied across entitiesSignificant accounting matters, reporting exceptions and control deficiencies are identified, escalated and remediated appropriatelyWeMaintain continues to strengthen its readiness for US GAAP reporting, SOX and quarterly public-company certification requirementsConsolidation, intercompany and revenue recognition processes are controlled, reliable and auditableAccounting and reporting capabilities continue to develop across the Finance organisationA senior role with real ownership within our Group Finance organisationDirect exposure to the Group CFO and senior Finance stakeholdersThe opportunity to contribute to a key stage in WeMaintain's development as we strengthen our accounting, reporting and internal-control frameworkAn international working environment across several entities and marketsStrong support from your manager and teamInternal mobility opportunities across teams and locationsA mission-driven company with a high bar for qualityEvery application is reviewed carefully. Let us knowwho you are, what attracts you to this role, and what you'd like to build with us.We value motivation, curiosity and potential over a perfect background.To apply, click the Apply button below and answer a few questions in the form. It's quick, and it helps us get to know you better.At WeMaintain, we value diversity, encourage personal development, and are committed to inclusion. Whatever your background, story or identity, you are welcome to apply.An initial conversation with our Recruitment team - 30 mins?? To understand your background, motivations and expectationsAn interview with David, our Group CFO - 60 mins?? A deeper discussion around the role, your technical expertise and the Finance organisationA conversation with a Finance leader from our majority shareholder - 45 mins?? To explore listed-company reporting, US GAAP / SOX exposure and the wider Group environmentA peer interview - 45 mins?? To understand how you collaborate, challenge and operate within a Finance organisationA final conversation with one of our Co-Founders - 30 mins?? To confirm alignment on the role, culture and the next stage of WeMaintain's journeyWelcome to the team! ??