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

Speech Processing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.