Director, Controllership

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The Director, Controllership provides strategic leadership by aligning financial operations with business objectives and regulatory requirements. The role oversees accounting functions, financial reporting, and audit processes while ensuring compliance with applicable standards. It drives risk mitigation through robust internal controls and collaborates across functions to support business initiatives. The position also fosters integrity, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and talent development to ensure accurate financial management and contribute to Walmart’s long-term success and sustainability.

The technical team manages complex transactions across the company, working closely with markets, controllership, corporate development, legal, and business leaders. It ensures financial data accuracy and provides insights for strategic decisions, while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards. The team emphasizes financial planning, risk mitigation, data analysis, effective partnership, and clear communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field and 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related area, or 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related area.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proven expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, including balance sheet and audit oversight.
• Strong experience designing and improving internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex financial operations.
• Skill in data analysis to support business decision-making and operational improvements.
• Ability to develop and implement business strategies aligned with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
• Effective communication skills and experience fostering collaboration and accountability across departments.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience leading and completing cross-functional projects.
• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Experience using Essbase.

Responsibilities

• Support US GAAP reporting across all markets and segments through formal consultations and informal questions.
• Evaluate complex transactions, provide accounting guidance, and advise on the financial impacts of strategic initiatives.
• Strengthen internal controls and risk management frameworks, ensuring SOX compliance and audit readiness.
• Partner with external firms as needed in the execution of M&A-related responsibilities.
• Partner with key stakeholders, including segment and consolidation teams, as transactions are finalized.
• Develop and mentor talent, fostering a high-performing team aligned with company values and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U education benefit program, with tuition, books, and fees covered for eligible associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director