Controller

Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries•Santa Ana, CA

2d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Nikkiso ACD is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders. This position is based out of Nikkiso ACD, located in Santa Ana, CA. The Controller responsibilities include aligning with management on key initiatives, financial reporting, analysis, budget, and forecasting.

Requirements

Familiarity with the use of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
Intermediate / Advanced Excel competency is required
Excellent communication and organization skills
Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Has the ability to handle multiple high priority projects with accuracy
Delivers quality results in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
Goal oriented, high-energy self-starter
Ability to apply accounting principles to the maintenance of all Accounts and Finance records
Ability to make involved and varied arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately
Able to tabulate statistical data and compile necessary reports
Able to work with all ACD departments with professionalism
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field is required, equivalent experience may be accepted
Intermediate to advanced Excel and Power Point skills required
10+ years’ experience in controller, analyst role, or similar accounting experience is required
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted
Understanding of GAAP and financial analysis experience helpful
Prior manufacturing accounting experience is necessary
The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Nice To Haves

EPICOR experience is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Assist the accounting team with financial close process, and monthly reporting and analysis
Review and approve JEs, and reconciliations as per JSox requirements.
Prepare and analyze actual financial results with appropriate comparison to historical performance.
Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance.
Assist in the preparation of month end reporting and other various presentations.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analyzing efforts.
Assist with the development of modeling tools for month-end, forecasts, and budgets.
Assist with the preparation of periodic cash flows, business activity reports, and financial position forecasts.
Prepare and analyze complex financial and operational data and provide accurate and timely financial recommendations for decision-making purposes and strategic initiatives.
Analyze and interpret information to develop actionable recommendations that impact the business.
Provide insights and recommendations on cash flow, cost identification and allocation, and risk management.
Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all ad-hoc analyses and reports, metrics, and dashboards.
Assist with documenting processes and procedures.
Cost Accounting as required.
Other duties as assigned.