North America Controller
About The Position
Reporting to the Division Controller, the North America Controller serves as a key business partner in supporting above-average market growth and operational efficiency. This leadership role manages the U.S. accounting and finance organization and its reporting processes, including reporting to the parent company and internal management. The role oversees the North America business unit’s monthly and quarterly financial close, prepares financial reports and outlooks, contributes to major financial decisions, and delivers internal reporting and analysis. It also supports financial planning, consolidation, audits, compliance, and deployment of a new ERP system. The Controller mentors and manages a three-person finance team and promotes the organization’s Front to Back 80/20 Business Process and Toolbox principles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, accounting, or audit roles.
- Strong leadership skills and proven ability to operate as a strategic business partner.
- Ability to perform budgeting and forecasting and drive simplification and continuous improvement.
- Effective use of financial analysis techniques and tools to advise cross-functional areas and drive business results.
- Experience developing and managing direct reports within the finance function.
- Ability to foster collaborative, effective relationships at all organizational levels.
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills; intermediate knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to travel domestically at least four times per year.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or Master’s degree in Accounting.
- Experience with Power BI or Acumatica ERP.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the monthly and quarterly financial close process for the North America business unit, including preparation of financial reports and outlooks.
- Participate in major financial decisions impacting the North America region.
- Deliver proactive internal reporting by identifying potential risks and opportunities and recommending strategic solutions.
- Analyze actual financial results and highlight variances to strategic plans and forecasts.
- Prepare monthly management information reports and present results to internal management.
- Create financial forecasts and support preparation of Annual and Long-Range Plans.
- Ensure compliance with ITW policies and procedures, execute effective control processes, and support internal and external audits.
- Collaborate with the Divisional Controller on financial planning, reporting, consolidation, and analysis.
- Support deployment and integration of a new ERP system.
- Mentor and manage a three-person finance team, providing direction and support in accounts payable, inventory management, invoicing, and accounts receivable.
- Leverage and drive Front to Back 80/20 Business Process and Toolbox principles to drive growth, enhance efficiency, and eliminate complexity from business processes.
- Ensure the organization operates within Corporate financial and compliance guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
