Regional Controller; Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Responsible for administration, budgeting, forecasting, and financial accounting and analysis for the region
• Manage monthly close process meeting tight deadlines and reporting requirements
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial reports to ensure integrity is maintained, e.g., inventories, accounts receivable, etc.
• Review operating costs and propose potential areas of cost reduction
• Monitor and oversee accounts receivables

• Coordinate and maintain proper internal control structure for the region
• Implement policies and procedures developed at the regional and corporate levels
• Embrace the company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the safety steering and continuous improvement teams.
• Participate in external and internal audits

• Communicate financial and administrative issues with management, including the Division Controller, Corporate Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and President
• Work with operations to ensure proper flow of accounting information
• analyze and assimilate potential acquisitions regarding accounting and administrative issues
• Make recommendations to management regarding strategies, objectives, and policies for the company.

• Support, promote, and practice Reeves core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Supervise financial staff of five (5), including hiring, training, and evaluation
• Directly responsible to the Regional Manager; maintain close interactions with and be indirectly responsible to the Division Controller and Chief Financial Officer.

• Proven working experience as a Financial Controller in a related industry
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures (GAAP and IFRS)
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to work with a diverse team, and promote mentorship and professional development of staff
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Proficiency in MS Office Programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
• Proficiency in accounting programs (JD Edwards Preferred)
• Hyland OnBase document software experience preferred

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or another related field and at least 4-5 years of experience