Associate Director -- International Controllership

Job Details:

SUMMARY:
This Corporate Accounting position assists International CFO and Controller with overseeing the international business unit accounting processes, consolidation into U.S. GAAP, reporting packages, financial reporting, controls execution, variance analysis, international finance master data, and accounting policy. Other duties as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
·       Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and international local regulatory requirements and ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis.

·       Develop and maintain U.S. GAAP reporting packages and accounting policies.

·       Train international finance and accounting team members in accounting practices and policies.

·       Oversee the compliance of internal controls in the international business unit and ensure the integrity of financial data and processes.

·       Lead efforts and projects to improve the efficiency of international accounting operations, including process standardization and automation.

·       Define and implement standardized financial data structures, hierarchies, and reporting mechanisms to enhance accuracy and benchmarking capabilities.

·       Drive governance and process standardization, ensuring data integrity, security, and consistency across International.

·       Champion continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating and integrating emerging finance technologies and best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:
·       Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA CMA and or MBA is a plus but not required

.       CPA is strongly preferred

·       Minimum 8+ years of experience in finance and accounting and international business experience

·       A breadth of understanding of Controls and good technical accounting acumen and GAAP knowledge is necessary

·       Strong expertise in SAP and other financial ERP systems (e.g., JDE, ECC6).

·       Detailed knowledge of manufacturing accounting processes including standard cost setting and financial bridging.

.       Highly process improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for change, improve and develop value driven solutions.

·       Strong leadership skills with experience managing a high performing team.

·       Strong project management skills with experience managing cross-functional, cross-country projects.

·       Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

·       Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, analysis and data visualization

·       Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

.       Relationship management skills due to vast influence across department and business unit leadership

·       Willingness to work flexible hours when required across different time zones.

·       Computer Skills: Strong Microsoft Office Skills Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio. ERP systems preferably SAP.

·       Supervisory: This leader has a total team of 1 direct report and could be more in the future. Prior management of direct reports is required.

·       Travel: up to 1-2 International Travel annually
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Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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