Corporate Controller

The Controller oversees consolidated financial statement preparation process, global accounting policies and reporting procedures. Provides leadership to financial reporting team and performs ad-hoc management reporting and analysis as required by senior management group. Works with auditors, maintains internal control compliance and manages department budgets.

Duties/Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the managing the corporate team as well as accounting teams in Mexico, Ireland and potentially China. Each country has a controller or accounting manager level leading the local accounting who would then report to this role. Direct reports include corporate team of accounting manager, AP manager, and AR manager. Then, accounting leads in Mexico, Ireland and China. Peers to this role are the Director of FP&A, Senior Treasurer and Senior Tax Manager. This role will work each of these peers on items ranging from consolidated management reporting, including the Board of Directors, budgeting, forecasting of costs, cash flow forecasts and information required for tax provisions and compliance. Implementation of new accounting pronouncements and review of unusual transactions for proper account and disclosure. Oversees certain statutory reporting requirements and government compliance reporting. Oversees the activities of the Corporate Accounting Department (general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable) for integration of all accounting issues and services, including accurate and timely financial statement production, billing and account statement production and disclosure development, specifically related to the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico entities as well as Corporate entries, consolidation entries and coordination on intercompany with other countries. Establishes and maintains systems and controls which verify the integrity of all systems, process, and data, and enhance the Company’s value. Reviews and assessment of valuation reserves (e.g. accounts receivable and inventory) environmental reserves, restructuring reserves, incentives compensation, workers’ compensation, self-insurance reserves and asset impairments (e.g., goodwill and intangibles). Leads accounting for equity transactions, stock compensation and purchase accounting.

Required Skills/Abilities

Strong internal customer orientation and customer centricity. Demonstrated continuous improvement focus. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Flexibility to handle changing requirements and multiple projects. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills with team, peers, CFO and leadership team. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Ability to function well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Proficient with SAP. Proficient and with OneStream is a plus.

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field 10+ years’ experience in finance management, financial systems, financial reporting, financial principles, financial analysis, accounting, budget management, strategic planning, and managing direct reports. SAP and One Stream experience.

Physical Requirements & Work Setting

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Hybrid position (3 days required in Cleveland office with option to work up to 5) Office work setting

Why Join Us?

Rewarding work and responsibilities. Ability to have an impact immediately and ongoing. Excellent culture and collaborative team

Formerra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.