Assistant Corporate Controller

The Judge Group is seeking an Associate Corporate Controller for a growing manufacturer in the New Orleans, LA area. This senior finance leadership role oversees corporate accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, and audit processes, while driving process improvements and supporting future growth. Immediate promotional opportunities.

COMPENSATION: 150k to 170k plus bonus

WORKSITE: Onsite

MUST HAVE: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.

MUST HAVE: At least 7 years of experience in corporate accounting or financial leadership roles.

MUST HAVE: Strong expertise in US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position guides the corporate accounting function, manages financial reporting and audit activities, oversees accounts payable, and champions process optimization throughout the finance department. The role collaborates with regional finance groups and senior leadership to maintain compliance, accuracy, and standardized practices. Over time, the scope will expand to include credit control and accounts receivable management as part of a structured development plan.

• Provide leadership and direction to the corporate accounting staff, encouraging a culture of responsibility, skill development, and ongoing improvement.

• Oversee all aspects of corporate accounting operations, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.

• Drive consistency and standardization in accounting workflows.

• Serve as the escalation resource for complex accounting challenges.

• Manage and refine the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles.

• Authorize and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

• Track and supervise intercompany, lease, hedge, and debt accounting processes.

• Administer consolidated financial reporting, ensuring accurate entity consolidation and elimination of intercompany transactions.

• Prepare financial data for senior management and other key stakeholders.

• Review and validate corporate invoices, confirming proper coding and allocation of regional costs.

• Approve central payment runs.

• Oversee the annual external audit process and act as the main liaison with auditors.

• Coordinate audit deliverables, manage schedules, and address audit findings in a timely manner.

• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and regulatory submissions.

• Assist with audits related to benefit, pension, insurance plans, and other statutory obligations.

• Track adherence to debt covenants and complete related calculations and certifications.

• Investigate and record technical accounting issues and policy determinations.

• Enhance and maintain the internal control structure.

• Uphold compliance with US GAAP and company accounting standards.

• Drive improvements in accounting processes and strengthen controls.

• Safeguard balance sheet accuracy by reviewing reconciliations and account analyses.

• Evaluate major reserves, accruals, and accounting estimates.

• Work with regional finance teams to ensure uniform accounting practices.

• Supervise centralized accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment operations, and vendor data management.

• Assess compliance, control effectiveness, and service quality within accounts payable.

• Advance automation and standardization in the procure-to-pay process.

• Identify and implement strategies to boost efficiency, automation, and standardization.

• Support the rollout of new systems, reporting platforms, and accounting technology.

• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the accounting function.

• Design scalable processes to accommodate business expansion.

• Take on increasing responsibility for credit control and accounts receivable oversight.

• Direct customer onboarding and compliance with counterparties.

• Manage collection activities, cash application, dispute resolution, and credit risk assessment.

• Track customer credit exposure and contribute to working capital optimization.

• Set performance benchmarks and service standards for the order-to-cash process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate accounting or financial management.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.

• Experience leading accounting teams and managing financial close processes.

• Background in audit coordination and compliance is preferred.

• Familiarity with process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.

• Experience with accounts payable, credit control, and accounts receivable is a plus.

• Ability to work collaboratively with regional finance teams and executive leadership.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

BENEFITS:

• This company offers health, vacation, and other benefits with this position.

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