Senior Accounting & Controllership Manager

About this role

The Senior Accounting & Controllership Manager is responsible for executing financial reporting activities in compliance with U.S. GAAP and Carrier policies, while overseeing key manufacturing accounting processes. This role ensures the timely delivery of monthly and quarterly close and reporting requirements, supports the documentation and testing of internal controls, and maintains effective communication across stakeholders.

A primary focus of the position is to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet through insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strong financial governance. The role partners closely with Finance and Operations business partners and reports to the CSA Operations Accounting Controller to support strategic initiatives, business unit priorities, and continuous process improvements as needed.

The Senior Accounting & Controllership Manager plays a critical role in achieving key Controllership objectives while actively supporting the Mission and Vision of Carrier Corporation Finance.

This position follows a hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 days remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP and Carrier policies as defined by Controllership
• Manage and own accounting processes which may include changes or updates to current execution and documentation
• Transformational activities including but not limited to integration of new businesses and accounting oversight
• Executes monthly and quarterly closing activities to deliver results for designated Business Unit groups
• Execute and deliver manufacturing activities, with a clear focus on reconciliations and balance sheet reviews
• Execute and manage projects to standardize inventory activities across manufacturing locations
• Drive automation initiatives using Excel, SAP BI/Analysis for Office and data extraction tools to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective solutions
• Support annual SOX initiatives and work closely with external and internal auditors
• Actively participate in cross-functional special projects as requested
• Supervision and development of direct reports and mentorship across departments
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting / finance / business administration / data analytics / business analysis.
• 6+ years of experience in accounting.
• 6+ years of experience with SOX, closing & consolidation.
• 6+ years experience with Microsoft Office applications at a proficient level.
• 3+ years managing a team.

Preferred Qualifications (assets)

Other qualifications you may have that would be beneficial in this role include:

• Master's degree in accounting, finance or business administration preferred.
• Fluent communication skills in Spanish is a great asset.
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred.
• Self-driven with prior supervisory experience.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated success communicating with senior leaders, collaborating across functions, and presenting financial information clearly.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy within a diverse organization

Additional information

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction; visa sponsorship is not available.

Pay Range

The annual salary for this position is between $117,500.00 - $234,500.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate. The pay range will not be below the minimum wage applicable to the jurisdiction in which the applicant is to be employed.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Employees are eligible for benefits, including

• Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
• Retirement Benefits
• Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate. The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.