Regional Controller | North America

Speech Processing Solutions is a global leader in voice productivity solutions. Under the Philips brand, our hardware and cloud-based and AI-supported software enable professionals in healthcare, legal, and other industries to optimize workflows and increase efficiency through voice-driven technology, allowing them to focus on what matters most.

We are seeking a commercially oriented Regional Controller to oversee financial performance, operational infrastructure, and entity governance for our North American business.

This role serves as a key financial partner to regional sales leadership and collaborates closely with global headquarters in Vienna, ensuring financial transparency, supporting commercial decision-making, and maintaining the integrity and compliance of our Canadian and U.S. entities.

Combining financial leadership, business controlling, and operational oversight, this position plays a central role in supporting regional performance and organizational effectiveness.

What your role will look like

Sales controlling

• Own regional sales controlling, including sales reporting, budgeting support, and sales administration
• Partner closely with regional sales leadership to support business planning and commercial decision-making
• Provide performance insights by analyzing financial and operational data, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities
• Supporting pricing decisions, partner agreements, and commercial contracts from a financial and governance perspective
• Participate actively in regional sales and management meetings

Finance team leadership and performance

• Lead the local finance and back office teams (3 direct reports), setting direction and prioritization while the team executes day-to-day accounting and administration
• Oversee cash management and banking relationships, including appropriate controls and authorization processes
• Ensure effective governance, internal controls, and alignment with corporate policies and reporting requirements
• Coordinate reporting and governance with HQ Vienna and engage external tax advisors with a solid working understanding of finance topics

Entity stewardship and operational oversight

• Serve as legal officer and authorized signatory for the Canadian entity (Canadian citizenship required)
• Ensure the Canadian and U.S. entities meet statutory, tax, and fiscal obligations
• Oversee regional administrative infrastructure, including office operations in Toronto and core back-office functions
• Manage vendor relationships and contractual agreements ensuring alignment with business needs and expectations
• Drive operational effectiveness by identifying inefficiencies and implementing practical improvements to processes and cost structure
• Ensure business continuity of regional operations including order desk support, administrative workflows, and cross-functional coordination

What you bring

• 10+ years of experience in sales controlling, finance, business finance roles or other relevant functions
• 5+ years of experience leading teams, ideally managing operational finance functions
• Experience supporting commercial or sales organizations from a financial and operational perspective
• Experience with CRM and sales reporting tools (Salesforce strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Canadian citizenship (required for legal entity officer responsibilities)
• A high degree of ownership, accountability and discretion required for stewardship of entities
• Experience working closely with sales teams and commercial leadership
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Nice to have :
  • Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls
  • Experience working in international or multinational organizations

What we offer

• Stability with innovation: be part of a recognized global leader in speech management and recognition solutions, sold under the renowned Philips brand
• A collaborative culture: experience an inclusive, international team that values Ownership, Talent, and Transparency. We’re driven, supportive, and excited to welcome new ideas and people.
• Continuous learning: a dedicated framework for your development as well as access to professional development resources to support your growth
• A comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 15 days of vacation
  • Extended health insurance including dental, vision care and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Home-office possibilities for 2 to 3 days per week
  • An Employee Assistance Program