Describe how previous experience has prepared you for the Controller role.

"I believe my past experience in previous roles has prepared me well for the Controller position. I have a strong foundation in financial accounting, having started my career as a staff accountant that was responsible for closing the books for three cost centers. Next I grew into a manager role where myself and three staff accountants were responsible for the financial reporting of three divisions with average annual revenue of 3M. It was in this manager role that I developed 'soft skills' that helped me become a better leader. Finally, I have had experience in my previous roles interacting with other key stakeholders such as internal and external auditors, and tax."