VP, Controller

VP, Corporate Controller

The VP, Corporate Controller, supports the Chief Accounting Officer by leading the global accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting processes in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and drive the month-end accounting close process enabling accurate and efficiently reported financial results within tight deadlines for a large global and publicly traded manufacturer.
• Interpret and implement US GAAP standards as they become applicable. Function as a resource for all technical accounting matters, particularly in the areas of revenue recognition, inventory costing, business combinations, restructuring, segment/reporting unit determination, product financing, foreign currency translation, share based compensation, investment accounting, etc.
• Manage and coordinate the quarterly and annual external SEC reporting processes (e.g., 10-Q, 10-K, etc.).
• Manage and coordinate quarterly earnings release process, including non-GAAP reporting, with FP&A and Investor Relations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with the executive team, the Audit Committee, and build effective and constructive relationships within Finance (e.g., Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Operational Finance, Segment Finance and Investor Relations) as well as with non-Finance functions such as IT, Operations and Supply Chain.
• Lead and develop the Regional and Consolidation teams and the SEC reporting and Technical Accounting teams.
• Lead and develop the Regional Finance Directors who have oversight responsibility for site level accounting and internal controls over accounting financial reporting for ~ 100 global sites.
• Proactively lead/support special project requests as necessary, such as purchase accounting, divestiture accounting, implementation of new IT systems, etc.
• Serve as a key contact point with the external auditor and support annual audit clearance and quarterly external auditor reviews.
• Lead buy-side/sell-side financial due diligence and acquisition integration.
• Maintain up-to-date policies and procedure documentation.

Note: The above list of responsibilities reflects essential functions for this role and does not prescribe or restrict the number or types of tasks that may be assigned or reassigned during the conduct of business.

Education / Experience

• A track record of 12+ years of progressive experience in management positions in Accounting at a public traded company.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial and management accounting and reporting under US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• BA/BS in Accounting and Certified Public Accountant required.
• Previous Big 4 public accounting experience preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and its application are essential.
• Ability to proactively and productively collaborate with executive management, Audit Committee, outside legal counsel, valuation experts, external auditors, and various departments within the company.
• Strong leader that drives execution and builds the necessary capability to succeed; initiates action and commits to achieving business outcomes by taking accountability for goals.
• Strong business acumen, financial skills, and analytical abilities.
• Strong project management skills, ability to drive multiple projects forward concurrently, effectively leverages resources to drive results and ability to create excellent and sustainable processes.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Category

Finance

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