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Description
We are in search of a Controller in the Manufacturing sector, located in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The chosen candidate will be tasked with maintaining and improving our accounting processes and systems and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Responsibilities:
• Direct the development and implementation of automated accounting systems, ensuring their efficiency and integrity.
• Establish and implement accounting policies, practices, and procedures.
• Oversee the production of compliant consolidated financial statements, including those of foreign subsidiaries.
• Manage the approval and tracking of capital expenditure (CAPEX) and warranty reserves.
• Review monthly progress billings with the treasury department to ensure monthly adjustment journals.
• Manage monthly commission, incentives, and budget write-off schedules, making adjustments as needed.
• Oversee the organization's technical accounting requirements with support from the technical accounting manager.
• Handle the quarterly reporting requirements of the parent company.
• Arrange and schedule timely information and analysis to external auditors to facilitate their audit.
• Manage quarter-end and annual external audits.
• Use tools and automated processes to ensure efficient and timely completion of statutory financial statements and required disclosures.
• Serve as the point-of-contact for stakeholders across the organization regarding entity accounting issues.
• Advise and direct the completion of special projects as assigned by the CFO and/or by Global Corporate Controller.
Requirements
• Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role within the Manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is a mandatory requirement.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems is required.
• Applicants should have a substantial understanding and application of Accounting Functions.
• Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP) is necessary.
• Candidates should also be adept at handling Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Possessing auditing skills is a significant requirement for this role.
• Familiarity and experience with Budget Processes are essential
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