Manager, Accounting & Controllership

• Lead the monthly financial close, with particular focus on freight, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting

• Own end-to-end freight accounting, including reserves, across North American factories and distribution centers

• Lead freight process and accounting oversight and other transformational activities

• Manage third-party provider relationships

• Supervise and develop direct reports and provide mentorship across departments; initial team of 2 direct reports

• Perform and control the month-end financial statement closing process

• Support team members and review journal entries

• Review month-end account reconciliations prepared by team members

• Drive automation initiatives using Excel, SAP BI/Analysis for Office, and data extraction tools

• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective solutions

• Support annual SOX initiatives and work with external and internal auditors

• Participate in cross-functional special projects

• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, commerce, economics, or data analytics
• 5+ years of experience in accounting
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications at a proficient level
• 2+ years of experience in team management
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction
• Visa sponsorship is not available
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated success communicating with senior leaders, collaborating across functions, and presenting financial information clearly
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy within a diverse organization

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in freight accounting and financial reporting, with a strong focus on process improvement and team leadership. Proficient in utilizing SAP, Excel, and data extraction tools to drive automation and enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Freight Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Team Management
• SAP
• Analytical Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Month-End Closing
• Journal Entry Review
• Account Reconciliation
• Data Analytics
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Process Improvement
• Automation Initiatives
• SOX Compliance

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Adaptability

Industry Keywords

• Financial Close
• Freight Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Operational Excellence
• Continuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• SAP BI/Analysis for Office
• Data Extraction Tools