VP, Global Corporate Controller

About TalaAt Tala, we’re applying advanced technology and human creativity to solve what legacy institutions can’t or won't. We are a global financial infrastructure company on a mission to unleash the economic power of the global majority, recognizing that today’s financial infrastructure doesn’t work for most of the world’s population.We’re the first and only platform to combine the intelligence of a credit bureau, the payments execution of a fintech, and the relationship expertise of a bank into one vertically integrated solution. Our platform is powered by an expansive moat of proprietary data and AI/ML decisioning technology, enabling us to deliver instant, reliable liquidity personalized to every customer's needs. Through our flagship credit app, we’ve disbursed over $7 billion in credit to more than 12 million customers across Latin America, Southeast Asia, and East Africa. These customers have leveraged Tala products to start and expand small businesses, manage day-to-day needs, and pursue their financial goals.Our pioneering work and proven impact have earned us consistent recognition, including being named to:CNBC’s Disruptor 50 for five years.CNBC’s World's Top Fintech Companies for two consecutive years.Forbes’ Fintech 50 list for nine consecutive years.Visionary investors, persuaded by the economic power of the global majority, have committed half a billion dollars in equity and debt to Tala's success.Given the global nature of our team, we operate on a remote-first approach with office hubs in Santa Monica, CA (HQ); Nairobi, Kenya; Mexico City, Mexico; Manila, the Philippines; and Bangalore, India.Most Talazens join us because they connect with our mission. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Tala, we’d love to hear from you!We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic VP, Global Corporate Controller to join our executive finance leadership team. As the company’s senior-most accounting leader, you will own the global controllership agenda — scaling operations, ensuring world-class governance, and leading the organization through IPO readiness and beyond. This role is a critical partner to the CFO, Audit Committee, and Board, shaping the financial infrastructure and control environment that enables sustainable global growth.What You'll Do Global Controllership Vision: Set the strategic direction for the accounting and controllership function, aligning processes, policies, and systems with the company’s growth and long-term aspirationsEnterprise Risk & Governance: Lead global compliance with US GAAP, SEC, PCAOB, and multi-jurisdictional requirements. Ensure a robust internal control environment that withstands the rigor of public marketsIPO & Public Company Transformation: Drive readiness for IPO, establishing SOX compliance, PCAOB audit standards, and executive-level reporting processes that will scale seamlessly into a public company environmentExecutive Stakeholder Management: Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and Board, engaging directly with the Audit Committee, auditors, regulators, and investors on financial reporting and governance mattersGlobal Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing accounting and controllership leaders across multiple countries and time zones, fostering a culture of accountability, agility, and excellenceTechnology & Transformation: Champion finance transformation by leveraging ERP, automation, and AI-driven tools to scale controllership operations with efficiency and accuracyStrategic Business Partnering: Collaborate with product, engineering, and business leaders on accounting treatment for new revenue models and global expansion strategiesWhat You'll Need CPA required; Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree preferred15+ years of progressive experience, including senior leadership roles as Controller/Chief Accounting Officer/VP Controllership in global, high-growth companiesDemonstrated success in IPO readiness or operating as a public company executive finance leaderExpertise in US GAAP, SEC reporting, PCAOB standards, and SOX/internal control frameworksProven track record leading large-scale, global accounting teams and driving cross-border transformationStrong executive presence with the ability to communicate complex financial and governance matters to Boards, investors, and regulatorsTechnology-forward mindset, with ERP expertise (NetSuite or similar) and experience implementing automation/AI-enabled solutions at scalePreferred AttributesExperience in high-growth technology or fintech environmentsDeep understanding of multi-currency and emerging markets accountingA leadership style rooted in integrity, truth-seeking, and operational excellenceOur vision is to build a new financial ecosystem where everyone can participate on equal footing and access the tools they need to be financially healthy. We strongly believe that inclusion fosters innovation and we’re proud to have a diverse global team that represents a multitude of backgrounds, cultures, and experience. We hire talented people regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.