Financial Controller

Position Summary The controller will handle high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and oversee the financial activities of the company. The controller will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting from payroll to tax compliance. Will report to the General Manager and assist with the development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead the completion of the month-end closing process including the preparation of some journal entries, loading of results into the Parent General Ledger System, as well as assisting on reporting templates required by the Parent. Performs management testing of all functions per the Parent s Core Internal Controls to ensure all necessary controls are operating as documented in the Company s policies and procedures and maintain/change the policies and procedures as needed. Manage and develop accounting staff as well as indirectly manage overseas shared service center (GL, AP, AR teams). Lead all audit activities (External SOX/financial, Internal SOX/financial, sales tax, etc) as needed. Experience with standard costing and a history of developing material/labor overheads. Analyze manufacturing variances and recommend changes. Credit collections experience. Ad Hoc analysis of operating performance and results as well as Parent data requests as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA and/or MBA desirable. Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance or the equivalent experience plus seven to ten years of related experience. CPA is preferred but not required. Problem solving the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Judgment the individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions. Planning/organizing the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans. Desired Characteristics Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including managing the accounting department. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to successfully work in a team environment. Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win.