Controller, Management, Corporate Finance

Description

Controller - Multi-Region Leadership Role

Overview:

Take the lead in a pivotal Controller role overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations for multiple regional business units. As the essential connection between cross-functional teams and executive leadership, you'll play a central part in shaping financial strategy and driving operational success across diverse locations. This highly visible position is ideal for a motivated leader ready to make a substantial impact and advance their career.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Oversee and direct all accounting activities across assigned regions with multiple business sites.

+ Manage and mentor the regional cost accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely execution of daily tasks.

+ Lead the monthly close process, preparing and analyzing comprehensive financial statements for each region.

+ Develop robust metric systems to monitor key cost drivers and business performance indicators.

+ Deliver insightful monthly analyses on gross margin, operating expenses, and fixed costs.

+ Identify and drive innovative cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

+ Analyze variances proactively, clearly communicating findings and solutions to both regional and operational management.

+ Provide detailed monthly reporting on cost of goods sold and other key expenses, including actionable recommendations to reduce risk and strengthen performance.

+ Evaluate financial results against key business metrics and share meaningful highlights for strategic review by executive leadership.

+ Investigate and champion new opportunities for financial and operational optimization.

+ Maintain rigorous oversight and control over inventory and fixed asset processes.

+ Prepare and present business cases and recommendations for capital investments.

+ Support annual inventory audits and company-wide budgeting processes.

+ Collaborate in designing and implementing new workflows and procedures to drive operational finance excellence.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; strong academic achievement preferred.

+ 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in financial analysis and process improvement.

+ CPA or MBA desirable.

+ Track record of successful team management and leadership.

+ Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ready to Make an Impact?

+ This is your opportunity to join a dynamic organization where your vision, expertise, and leadership will help shape financial operations and drive success across the organization. Let's start a conversation about your next career step-contact us today to learn more about the Controller opportunity!

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