Division Controller

Parker • Akron, OH

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About The Position

Parker Aerospace Group - Braking Systems Division (BSD) is hiring a Division Controller with responsibility over 8 locations including sites in the US, MX and the UK with a total of 1,200 team members. The Division Controller is responsible for the safeguarding and ethical accounting of all division assets in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles for the division. They will also develop and administer on a division wide basis the overall accounting function with the Win Strategy. Functions include: budgeting, planning, internal control oversight, financial reporting both internal and external, financial performance measurement, financial system implementation, and technical accounting support and guidance. This role will have direct reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance; advanced degree or certification preferred
• 7-10 years' experience in general and cost accounting area
• Must continuously maintain the highest degree of integrity, customer service, throughput, quality, cost reduction and people productivity.

Responsibilities

• Continually reviews the accounting requirements of the division, and directs the development and installation of appropriate systems.
• Prepares statements of monthly financial data including income statement and balance sheet.
• Analysis of financial results as compared to monthly objectives.
• Responsible for the financial performance measurements within the division, while ensuring financial performance reporting is accurate and timely meeting the constant changing need of the division and group.
• Accountable for proper procedures, policies and controls being in place in order to maintain strong internal controls.
• Responsible for internal and external reporting and for maintaining integrity, while assuring that Generally Accepted Accounting Practices are in place. Ensures compliance with local statutory reporting.
• Respond to special financial requests and analysis and communicate potential problem areas. Conduct financial reviews/analysis as requested.
• Leads the talent management and employee development processes for the accounting team.
• Ensures technically qualified personnel are placed in all positions and has training and development programs available for the division accounting organization. At least annually, reviews succession plans.
• Directs the annual division planning process with emphasis on installing a proactive reporting system needed to support the management decision-making process.
• Reviews and evaluates investments in all operating assets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree