Controller

Drive financial strategy and operations across the Americas.

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Controller to lead financial operations across the Americas, driving financial excellence, supporting business performance, and ensuring accurate reporting, strong governance, and effective cash and tax management in a dynamic, international environment.

You will act as a strategic partner to the CFO and Finance leadership team, contributing to business performance, financial planning, and decision-making in a fast-growing organization.

This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic impact and operational leadership, while building and developing a high-performing regional finance function and driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and ways of working.

What does Element Logic offer?

• Innovative and creative workplace in a growing business.

• Family-first culture with a key focus on mental wellness.

• Flexibility is offered through a hybrid work approach for all roles that can be performed remotely.

• Career development plans.

• Market competitive wages, benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, and HSA accounts.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead all accounting operations across the Americas region, including:

  • Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.

  • General ledger and account reconciliations.

  • Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Fixed Assets.

  • Financial statement preparation and reporting.

  • Internal controls and accounting policies.

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including:

  • Compliance with Group policies and US GAAP.

  • Monthly balance sheet reviews and reconciliations.

  • Financial analysis and commentary on significant variances.

  • Coordination of internal and external audit requirements.

• Lead tax and statutory compliance activities across the Americas, including:

  • Federal and state income taxes.

  • Sales and use taxes.

  • Payroll taxes.

  • Property taxes and regulatory filings.

  • Transfer pricing and intercompany compliance.

  • Coordination with external tax advisors and auditors.

• Lead treasury and cash management activities, including:

  • Cash forecasting and liquidity planning.

  • Banking relationships and account administration.

  • Working capital monitoring and optimization.

  • Debt covenant compliance and lender reporting.

  • Foreign exchange exposure monitoring and mitigation.

• Partner closely with the CFO and Finance leadership team, including:

  • Supporting balance sheet and cash flow forecasting.

  • Identifying risks and opportunities impacting financial performance.

  • Supporting annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

  • Providing financial analysis to support business decisions.

• Lead and develop the regional accounting organization, including:

  • Recruiting, onboarding, and training team members.

  • Goal setting and performance management.

  • Cross-training and succession planning.

  • Standardization of accounting processes and procedures.

• Drive finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives, including:

  • ERP optimization and automation.

  • AI and digital tool adoption.

  • Power BI and reporting enhancements.

  • Process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.

  • Implementation of Group finance standards and best practices

Desired skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• CPA strongly preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership roles.

• Proven experience managing multi-entity accounting organizations, including tax, treasury, and audits.

• Background in project-based, manufacturing, automation, engineering, or service businesses.

• Strong technical expertise in US GAAP, internal controls, financial governance, and working capital management.

• Solid systems experience with D365, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, combined with advanced skills in Excel and Power BI.

• Experience working in an international environment is an advantage.

Who are we looking for?

Element Logic is seeking highly motivated, diverse, and talented professionals to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about new technology, intralogistics and automation. You will be a great fit if you describe yourself as somebody who is flexible, open-minded, and willing to consider new ideas. You enjoy a fast-changing organization and can adapt to changing circumstances.

Physical demands:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Location: Florida, US (preferred). Open to candidates based in the US within EST or CT time zones.

Start date: To be agreed upon

Form of contract: Permanent employment

For further questions about the position or process, contact Paula Paez by email at paula.paez@elementlogic.net

Agency notice: We’re proud to handle all our recruitment in-house at Element Logic. That means we don’t accept candidates or approaches from external recruiters or headhunters. All hiring processes are managed exclusively by our own specialized Talent Acquisition team.

About Element Logic
Element Logic Element Logic® is a global technology company specializing in intelligent warehouse automation. Since its founding in 1985, the company has grown to employ over 950 people across 30 countries. We are proud to be the world’s first and largest AutoStore partner, delivering intelligent automation solutions that help customers scale smarter and faster. In 2025, Element Logic achieved EUR 578 million in revenue, and our growth journey is only accelerating.

Renowned for its commitment to innovation and people-centric approach, Element Logic enhances warehouse performance through a unique combination of cutting-edge technology, AI-powered software, and tailor-made solutions. This enables businesses across industries to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in their logistics operations.

With a proven track record and deep expertise in intralogistics, Element Logic has become the go-to partner for organizations seeking to gain a competitive edge through automation. The company’s culture is rooted in Bravery, Passion, and Reliability - qualities that continue to drive its mission of optimizing warehouse performance.