Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

## Controller Apply locations:
USA, AL, Fort Paynetime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition :
REQ-13381
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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Controller
* * Operating Company**:
Environmental Solutions Group - Heil Environmental
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* Location:

** Fort Payne, AL
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* Reports to:

** Equipment Finance Director
** Department:
** Accounting
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* POSITION SUMMARY:

** The Controller for Heil Environmental reports to the Equipment Finance Director and is responsible for shaping and managing accounting and financial reporting processes, financial controls and accounting policy. Key responsibilities include managing and coordinating the preparation of a detailed set of financial statements with full reconciliations each month, ensuring compliance with all group reporting requirements and all local reporting requirements.
** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
*** Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring robust and comprehensive review and reconciliation processes, while meeting all internal and group reporting deadlines.
* Manage the forecast process monthly, quarterly, and annually, while working with cross functional teams for development of the Book to Ship financial forecast. Active participation in S&OP process. Detailed analysis of forecast updates versus prior forecasts with variance explanations.
* Development and execution of accounting practices in accordance with GAAP and corporate policies and procedures to ensure effective internal controls.
* Utilize Internal Audit processes and other measures to ensure internal control systems are functioning effectively as required. Review and recommend improvements to corporate compliance policies, and work to ensure that financial risk is minimized throughout the organization.
* Continuously evaluate system flows, emphasizing continuous improvement in business processes and building controls into processes through the use of lean enterprise activities.
* Coordinate external and parent company internal audit visits, working efficiently to satisfy all audit requirements.
* Supervision and development of direct reports.
* Participate in special projects.
** JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
*** Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent experience. CPA and/or CMA a plus.
* Experience in a manufacturing environment for 5+ years using ERP systems.
* Strong computer skills.
* Ability to maintain honesty, integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
* Must be knowledgeable in financial accounting and reporting.
* Possess excellent analytical and financial modeling skills.
* Be skilled in ability to effectively communicate accounting and financial information to all levels across the organization.
* Have a sense of urgency in their delivery and flexibility in terms of their style and approach.
* Must possess a strong professional diplomacy, ability to work independently and accept outside direction.
* Must be a strong leader and change agent with high integrity and proven success managing and developing a team.
* Take full ownership and accountability for their group performance and will always strive towards continuous improvement.
* Excellent time management skills.
* Focus on process improvement throughout the financial department as well as in operations.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
**** Ethics and Work Standards:
** Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others.  Ensure that all business activities – with both internal and external customers – to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard.
** Communication:
** Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.  Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns.  Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner.  Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests.
** Teamwork and Relationships:
** Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.  Supports…