International Controller

Description

International Controller

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.

Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit:

Position Summary: The International Controller will work in coordination and collaboration with the Corporate Controller on accounting policies and procedures, and consolidation of financial results, of all non-US based SIG operating entities. They will perform global accounting functions including month-end close, annual statutory audits and VAT for all non-US entities in the Company's portfolio. The International Controller researches technical accounting matters and prepares recommendations with respect to implementation of new or newly applicable statutory or accounting guidance and serves as a key business resource for the organization related to international matters.

They are also responsible for preparing forecast and annual budgets for all non-US entities. This highly experienced professional must have expertise in US GAAP and global accounting standards, multi-currency consolidations, and international tax, and compliance regulations. Proficiency in global financial planning, internal controls and cash management is required. A working knowledge of IFRS and international business and accounting experience is preferred.

The International Controller will work independently and in a team environment, collaborating with all operating departments in the US including, but not limited to, Supply Chain, Mar Com, DSG, GDS, Global Business Development, Legal, Facilities, Financial Planning & Analysis while supporting financial infrastructure at non-US entities.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain integrity with US GAAP, as well as overall US SIG corporate policies related to internal controls.
• Lead the development and oversight of required financial systems, policies, procedures and internal controls for all non-US entities.
• Work with respective international entity management to have an overview understanding of their vendor master.
• Ensure books and records are produced in a timely, accurate manner.
• Participate in development and implementation of global transfer price strategies and compliance with these strategies.
• Direct, support, and perform the duties of general and international accounting as needed.
• Utilize financial reporting applications, as necessary, including Oracle EBS and related tools for financial reporting (GLWand, Hyperion).
• Liaise with the IT department in business system implementations and upgrades including the vision for cost center structures and chart of accounts for non-US entities. Support potential system conversions, as well as system implementation for start-up entities.
• Participate in annual external audit and ensure compliance with GAAP, as applicable to international entities included in overall consolidated financial statements.
• Assist in local statutory audits.
• Ensure monthly, quarterly and annual reviews and filings for tax compliance matters are completed on a timely and accurate basis at each non-US entity.
• Direct the budgeting, forecasting and analysis processes for the non-US entities. Provide timely strategic decision support for the Leadership team.
• Participate in the employee interview process. Identify and select the most highly skilled candidate for the team. Develop a…