North American Controller

Job Description

North American Controller

About our client: They are a prominent player in the market, positioned to revolutionize the retail experience. Their organization is a force to be reckoned with and has one of the best company cultures out there! With a team of in excess of 500 professionals, they dominate the retail and distribution sectors, servicing industry leaders such as Walmart, Amazon, and major grocers across North America.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a financial professional to join their esteemed team as the North American Controller. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role plays a pivotal part in orchestrating their accounting & financial processes. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensuring the precision of month-end closures, financial statement preparation, and overall financial analysis.

Responsibilities:

Oversee the entire financial operation: From the meticulous execution of month-end closures to daily transaction processing and in-depth financial analysis.

Leadership at the Helm: Manage and lead a team of 10, comprising both direct and indirect reports.

Financial Governance: Spearhead the consolidation and reporting of financials for their North American entities, including intricate inter-company elimination adjustments.

Global Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between North America and their parent company’s Corporate Controlling team in Europe, facilitating seamless communication and analysis.

Analytical Expertise: Delve into variance fluctuations, providing insightful analysis to support the overarching 5-year strategic plan.

Empower Management: Provide essential KPIs and financial tools, enabling proactive and reactive decision-making at the leadership level.

Strategic Collaboration: Participate actively in the senior management team, contributing financial insights and expertise.

System Transition Leadership: Play a pivotal role in driving system testing and addressing financial reporting needs for an impending ERP conversion to SAP in 2024/2025.

Skills & Experience:

Proven managerial experience, coupled with strong verbal communication and active listening skills.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, demonstrating mastery in financial modeling.

Educational background in Accounting/Finance (Bachelor’s degree); MBA and/or CPA are advantageous.

Extensive experience in financial reporting, planning, and analysis within the manufacturing sector.

Familiarity with ERP systems, with SAP knowledge considered a strong asset.

Thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP accounting principles.

Prior experience working for or partnering with a German owned manufacturing company.

Exceptional organizational skills, effective problem-solving abilities, and meticulous attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Our Core Values:

Team Accountability: The performance of your team is your responsibility; seek assistance before challenges become insurmountable.

Noise Elimination: Exercise judgment and wisdom in discerning critical information from the irrelevant, irrespective of the source.

Team Development: Possess the skills, commitment, and leadership necessary to guide your team towards strategic goals.

Respect: Provide and encourage respectful feedback focused on development and performance.

Limitless Vision: Reject limitations, both personal and organizational.

Continuous Improvement: Maintain a mindset of perpetual enhancement for your department and the company.

Passion: Instill passion and alignment with company objectives within your team.

Urgent Productivity: Embrace a sense of urgency and productive paranoia matching the company's leadership.

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