Financial Compliance Lead

Esko, a Veralto company • Ghent, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Imagine yourself… Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project. Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence. Joining a company with a proven track record of success and an exciting future. It’s all possible with a role at Esko. Esko, a Veralto company, is a global provider of integrated software and hardware solutions that accelerate the go-to-market process of packaged goods. Our integrated platform and comprehensive tools empower retailers, pre-media and trade shops, manufacturers, and converters to manage best-in-class packaging design and print processes. Innovation in the is built into the DNA of our business: every day, we challenge ourselves to be better by seeking out new ways to elevate our products, our processes, and our people. We also know that innovation and ingenuity starts with prioritizing a diverse workforce and a deeply inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Reporting to the Global Controtler, the Financial Governance & Compliance Lead is responsible for global internal controls and US-GAAP compliance, ensuring adherence to Veralto and Esko accounting policies. The role drives best financial practices, manages SOX compliance, and coordinates audits. The position also plays a key role in participating in the month-end closing process. This is a hybrid position with the office located in Ghent, Belgium. For people outside of Belgium, this would be a remote position with visits to the Ghent office few times a year.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in economics, finance, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience in internal/external audit or controlling in an international setting; Big Four experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and hands-on SOX experience, particularly with sections 404 and 302.
• Fluent in English (oral and written); proficiency in other languages is a plus.
• Comfortable with global travel (up to 10%).
• IT-savvy, with a knack for optimizing financial processes; proficient in Advanced Excel and other reporting tools, with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the super user for AuditBoard, overseeing audit and compliance software usage.
• Define, assure, and execute the global SOX program across Esko.
• Lead the definition and optimization of Internal Controls and ensure US-GAAP compliance, including Veralto and Esko policies (CAPEX, Revenue Recognition, Leasing, etc.).
• Act as a subject matter expert in accounting and finance policies, especially revenue recognition and lease accounting.
• Drive the implementation of best-in-class financial processes and internal controls across Esko’s global operations.
• Coordinate enterprise-wide risk initiatives (e.g., Anti-Corruption Program, ERM) and manage the annual Balance Sheet review for all Esko entities in collaboration with Veralto teams and auditors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level