Controllership Manager

Who we are:

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we’re just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2023, Brady employed approximately 5,600 people worldwide. Our fiscal 2023 sales were approximately $1.33 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Why work at Brady:

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you’ll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

What We Need

Brady is looking for an experienced Controllership Manager to lead a team of finance professionals responsible for accounting, statutory and management reporting, tax compliance, reconciliations, and internal controls across Europe and APAC.

In this role, you will ensure that accurate and reliable financial information is delivered on time, while developing the team’s capabilities and supporting effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. You will also drive standardization, automation, continuous improvement, and systems integration across controllership processes.

This is a hybrid role (3 days office / 2 days remote) with flexible working hours. Standard hours are approximately 09:00–17:30 EET/EEST, with flexibility to start earlier when supporting colleagues and entities across the APAC time zones.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals, setting clear priorities and ensuring the timely delivery of activities.
• Coordinate a controllership team supporting multiple countries, legal entities, and geographical regions.
• Oversee accounting operations, including period-end closing, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and balance-sheet reviews.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting in accordance with US GAAP, IFRS, local GAAP, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee VAT, corporate income tax, statutory filings, payments, and related reconciliations.
• Maintain effective internal controls and support SOX reviews, internal and external audits, VAT audits, and tax audits.
• Partner with business teams, auditors, tax authorities, and external service providers to address issues and support decision-making.
• Manage operational and compliance risks, ensuring that corrective actions are completed and issues are escalated when necessary.
• Drive process standardization, automation, continuous improvement, and the integration of relevant systems, including SAP.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least eight years of accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Previous experience leading, coordinating, and developing finance professionals.
• Experience managing or coordinating accounting and controllership activities across multiple countries, legal entities, or a wider geographical region.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, statutory reporting, period-end closing, tax compliance, audits, internal controls, and SOX requirements.
• Experience working in a multinational, shared-services, or matrix environment is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP system, such as Oracle.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• A recognized professional accounting qualification, such as ACCA, CECCAR, ACA, CPA, or an equivalent qualification.
• An additional European language, particularly German, French, Italian, or Spanish.
• Experience supporting both European and APAC legal entities.
• Experience with process automation, systems implementation, or finance transformation.
• Power BI knowledge.

What We Value

• People Leadership: You set clear expectations, develop talent, and build an accountable and inclusive team.
• Technical and Analytical Judgement: You use your accounting knowledge to identify risks, solve complex issues, and make informed decisions.
• Control Mindset: You promote accuracy, integrity, compliance, and disciplined execution.
• Communication and Collaboration: You communicate financial matters clearly and build strong relationships across teams and geographical regions.
• Planning and Execution: You manage priorities and resources effectively to deliver high-quality results on time.
• Change Leadership: You use technology, automation, and standardization to improve processes and guide teams through change.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.