Walmart

Senior Manager, Controllership - Global Internal Controls

Bentonville, AR 72716 · US

$90,000.00 - $180,000.00/yearFull time

About the role

Position Summary...

The Senior Manager, Controllership, leads the oversight of financial reporting and compliance activities to ensure accuracy and adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for building and enhancing effective internal controls over financial reporting, managing audits, and fostering collaboration across teams and external partners. The position also emphasizes developing and mentoring associates, promoting ethical practices, and continuously improving processes to support organizational goals. The Senior Manager plays a critical role in maintaining financial integrity while enabling operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

About the team:

The Walmart Global Internal Controls team leads key initiatives in Governance, Risk, and Compliance. As Senior Manager, Controllership, the team collaborates with process owners and auditors to design and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting. They drive transformation projects to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement. Focused on integrity, accountability, and operational excellence, the team works across functions to deliver accurate financial reporting and support business objectives within an integrated digital and physical environment. Expertise in Public Accounting, Internal Controls, and SOX Testing is essential to succeed in this role.

What you'll do...

Lead the design, implementation, and management of business process and application-level controls for major company projects, ensuring compliance and control effectiveness.
Collaborate with business and IT leaders to embed controls into system development life cycles and facilitate smooth project execution.
Oversee SOX compliance by validating consistent policy application, reviewing internal financial statements, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Manage multiple concurrent global projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver solutions and drive process improvements.
Provide expert guidance on control design, process automation, and risk mitigation, continuously enhancing the company’s control environment.

What you'll bring...

At least 6 years of auditing experience in a Big 4, regional public accounting firm, or Fortune 500 company, with proven SOX and business process controls leadership.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, along with strong knowledge of accounting and auditing principles in a global public company environment.
Demonstrated expertise in integrating controls within IT-oriented projects, including Agile methodologies and Cloud-based systems.
Advanced skills in simplifying complex topics through visuals and clear communication, making technical concepts accessible for stakeholders.
A background in risk and controls, process improvement, and internal audit, with a passion for learning and continuous professional growth.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. 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 (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-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.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: 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.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Relational Database Management System (RDMS), Working on cross-functional teams or projects

Masters: Business Administration

Financial & Insurance - Certified Public Accountant - Certification

Primary Location...

703 Associate Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.