Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Our client is currently seeking a Controller to help lead the accounting operatons and financial reporting for thier publicly traded manufacturing organization. Reporting into & working directly with the CFO, the Controller will ensure that all finanical reporting is accurate and that inventory accoutning & finanical controls are well managed. The ideal Controller will be a strong analytical thinker capable of leading an accounting team and someone who understands the financial impact of various issues.

Somone with a solid working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, finanicial reporting and cost & inventory accounting.

This is an industry leader in thier sector of manufacturing. The company offers a highly competitive base salary, annual bonus, long-term stock incentive and a comprehensive benefits package including (but not limited to) health, dental, vision and more.

This job will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual close and deliver accurate, on time financial statements and management reporting that follow U.S. GAAP
• Guide core accounting work, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, intercompany activity and account reconciliations.
• Own internal controls and SOX compliance for accounting, including documentation, testing support and issue follow up, to help protect company assets.
• Oversee product costing, standard costs, inventory values, cycle count controls, reserves and manufacturing margin analysis.
• Serve as the main accounting contact for internal & external audits. Coordinate schedules, documentation, responses and corrective actions.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash controls, working capital reporting and accounting support for treasury, tax and regulatory needs.
• Work with FP&A, Operations, Supply Chain, IT and corporate finance on budgets, forecasts, capital decisions, financial analysis and business performance.
• Give the CFO and senior leaders timely financial insight, analysis and recommendations. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field | CPA or CMA preferred.
• Significant accounting leadership experience within manufacturing - publicly traded preferred.
• Experience leading the financial close and coordinating internal & external audits.
• Strong skills with ERP, financial reporting systems and Microsoft Office. Infor XA experience preferred.
• Prior experience leading and developing an accounting team
• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, SOX compliance, cost accounting and inventory accounting