Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller

• This position reports directly to the CFO.
• He/She is responsible for the accounting operating of the company, developing and maintaining a highly motivated and high performing team, which acts as a business partner and service provider to the organization.
• The position will help the organization achieve its strategic and financial objectives by executing on deliverables such as:
• Maintain an adequate system of accounting records, implementing a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results
• Ensure reported results comply with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and maintain the chart of accounts
• Implement controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of business activities and their compliance with company policy
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance; Work with external auditors to manage compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• In collaboration with operations, develop a strong cost accounting function
• Support and lead internal and external reporting requirements as it related to , Investors, and various Defense industry required compliance such as annual Incurred Cost Submission (ICE) etc.
• Recommend and lead enhancements to ERP system which drive productivity in operations and the monthly close process
• Must possess detailed knowledge of bank operations and be able to manage the day-to-day banking operations {positive pay, ACH, wires, etc.}
• Lead and develop the comprehensive accounting team including AR/AP, Payroll, GL and cost accounting
• The individual selected will be responsible for coordinating month end close tasks, including consolidating, reviewing and challenging the reporting package (P&L, Balance Sheet, Free cash flow and other KPI).
• This individual will be responsible for supporting and preparing budgets, forecasts and Medium Term Plans, providing analytical support to management, ad hoc analysis, audit support and trend analysis on revenues, margin, cost etc.
• This individual will also support finance in providing top level financial assistance to executive management.
• As a member of a new team within a new structure, this Individual will develop and support new tools to support monitoring the businesses, improve analyses, ensure respect of corporate deadlines, and provide assistance to local CFOs during all reporting cycles.
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
• Manage team of Assistant Controller (FP&A), consolidation and Business Intelligence (BI) project manager
• Perform timely monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual consolidated closing and reporting of financial results.
• Ensure conformity of accounting rules and standards in accordance to local and group policies; support deployment of new procedures and ensure consistency across businesses
• Support business units in solving issues linked to reporting tools and train them to ensure the best use of new tools
• Support CFO and become a key partner for finance headquarters
• Participate in any special projects linked to the finance organization (carve out of reporting units within legal entities, new organization of reporting, etc.)
• Be a leader for accomplishing MTP, budget, Actu (projections) and ROFO (rolling forecast)
• Support CFO in preparation of internal presentations to top management and for any other cross functional analysis at level
• Prepare and develop ad-hoc management reports to support effective decision making
• Perform other duties, as required.

Requirements:

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Designation is desired.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Designation is a plus.
• 10+ years in accounting with 8 years in complex, high tech fast growth start-ups Aerospace & Defense manufacturing with progressive responsibility, preferably at small to mid-size company or at large company subsidiary.
• Positions in the other business functions such as contracts, ?nance, or operations a plus
• 7+ years supervisory/managerial experience with ability to work successfully with multi-function, multi-level internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy and integrity of ?nancial information/statements
• Experience with complex projects based manufacturing focused ERP Systems Required.
• ERP Implementation, Upgrade, or Transition experience a plus.
• Experience with Internal and External audits and reviews, including DCMA/DCAA Government audits.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controls