Senior Manager, Controllership - Sam's Club

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

2d•$90,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Controllership, leads the oversight of financial accounting flows and processes and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This role ensures accuracy in financial statements, manages internal controls, and drives process improvements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires strong leadership to promote ethical practices and support business objectives through effective financial analysis and operational planning. The role demands a commitment to integrity, continuous improvement, and delivering value by aligning financial controls with organizational goals. The Controllership team at Sam’s Club provides thorough financial oversight, ensuring precise reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with accounting standards. Collaborating with finance, operations, and business partners, the team delivers timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. Focused on risk management and process enhancement, it drives adherence to regulatory requirements and operational excellence. By aligning financial planning with business goals, the team plays a vital role in maintaining organizational integrity and enabling informed, data-driven outcomes that support sustained business success.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and technical accounting standards.
Proven experience managing general ledger reconciliation, month-end closing, and financial statement analysis.
Strong expertise in internal controls, compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting processes, analyze financial data, and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.
Proficiency in accounting software and data analysis to support accurate financial reporting.
Effective leadership skills with experience mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
Commitment to ethics, integrity, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and 4 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area.
1 year’s supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Relational Database Management System (RDMS)
Working on cross-functional teams or projects
Masters: Business Administration
Financial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - Certification

Responsibilities

Manage annual budget preparation by reviewing, analyzing, and consolidating preliminary budgets and presenting recommendations to senior management.
Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet accounts, and audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Lead accounting operations by applying technical accounting knowledge and resolving discrepancies to maintain compliance with statutory requirements.
Ensure consistent application of policies and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance through thorough review and evaluation of financial statements.
Drive execution of business plans by identifying needs, removing obstacles, and measuring performance to achieve objectives.
Provide leadership through mentoring, training, and performance management to develop a high-performing team.

Benefits

Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
short-term and long-term disability
company discounts
Military Leave Pay
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U is a company paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
performance-based bonus awards