Corporate Controller in Walton Hills, Ohio at Intigral Inc

The Corporate Controller is responsible for the organization’s accounting functions including establishing, monitoring and enforcing accounting policies and procedures. This role is expected to lead the accounting function to close timely and accurately and understand the results of the business.

The Corporate Controller will also be responsible for oversight of Treasury, Banking, Annual Audit, Tax, Credit, Cost Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting and monitoring new accounting guidance to ensure compliance with US GAAP. Additionally, this role will lead projects to improve the company’s analytical capabilities, improve financial accuracy and drive efficiencies within the group.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical reviews of operating results, variances and other accounting and financial information to ensure the accuracy of reported financial data.
• Communicate results of such reviews with various departments and members of the Executive team.
• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes including review/preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations and internal reporting.
• Oversee treasury function including preparation of daily cash position, management of daily bank activity, review of treasury systems and preparation of cash forecasts.
• Maintain all the required reporting to the banks and government institutions.
• Oversee payroll processing, reporting, and assistance in compliance requirements.
• Perform monthly Balance sheet reconciliations and reviews to ensure the highest level of accuracy.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review Cap-Ex requests to comply with corporate guidelines.
• Prepare detailed Annual Budget and related schedules, along with any ongoing forecasts.
• Direct and manage assigned staff through selection, hiring, training, coaching and mentoring.
• Support and lead the annual year-end audit with external accounting firm.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing professional education and the review of professional publications to ensure compliance with GAAP and the adequacy of internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Manage long and short-range operational planning and performance measurement including profit planning, sales forecasts, expense budgeting, asset utilization, costing, capital investing and labor tracking
• Working closely with management or executive teams to share reports and analysis findings.
• Prepare specialized reports as needed for various levels of management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in developing and overseeing budgeting processes.
• Ability to create accurate financial forecasts based on market trends and business strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience in managing complex financial transactions and accounting processes.
• Ability to design, implement, and monitor effective internal control systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements in the manufacturing industry.
• High competency with Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
• Cost Accounting.
• Ability to leverage technology for financial analysis, reporting, and process optimization.
• Ability to present complex financial concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience leading finance/accounting teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field required.
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.
• Accounting and financial reporting experience in a multi-location manufacturing and distribution environment required.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills required.
• CPA preferred.
• M&A experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or relevant field preferred