Sr Finance Manager - International Controller

Oshkosh•Hagerstown, MD

23h

About The Position

About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. The Sr Finance Manager will provide accounting and finance services and lead processes in support of business objectives. This role will provide information for management through preparation and presentation of financial statements and analysis reports; manage general accounting and business transactions for various finance functions in compliance with corporate accounting policies and internal control requirements. YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Provide leadership and direction in the core areas of financial accounting, internal controls, statutory reporting, and compliance. Communicate and drive opportunities to deliver best value for customers; partner with management in planning, measuring, and reporting on performance of key business areas and identification of opportunities to improve profitability through pricing or cost efficiency. Work closely with accounting, finance, and business partners to provide thought leadership on technical accounting considerations pertaining to both ongoing and potential business activities. Research and prepare technical accounting position papers and other related accounting deliverables in support of recurring required technical analyses, adoption of new accounting standards / policies, and complex business transactions. Communicate, maintain, and enforce compliance with the company’s accounting policies and procedures manual to ensure timely, accurate, complete, and consistent financial reporting which complies with applicable rules and regulations Provide guidance and support to the Company’s international finance teams, as well as other department leaders and Company leadership on financial reporting matters. Partner with global finance partners and external auditors to ensure statutory financial reports are completed timely and in compliance with relevant accounting and compliance frameworks. Partner with internal and external customers to lead and grow the business; manage analysis in assigned areas and prepare monthly results for management. Interact with other departments on business issues that impact financial projections. Manage monthly close process for assigned areas and business segments, which may include account reconciliation and review monthly financial reporting packages in compliance with the company’s accounting policies and procedures. Assist internal and external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits. Responsible for the management and administration of business systems and procedures; ensure that the effectiveness of new procedures is validated, and Sarbanes-Oxley process documentation is updated for changes effecting internal controls. Take a leading role in identifying and supporting continuous improvement projects while leveraging Continuous Improvement Management System (CIMS) tools and concepts. Coordinate team efforts on enterprise-wide projects to collaboratively achieve business objectives and implement standard practices throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Ten (10) or more years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or treasury.
Three (3) or more years of managerial/supervisory experience.
Ability to travel 10%.

Nice To Haves

Success in leading others in a fast pace work environment.
Experience with the consolidation process across multiple legal entities
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks.
Thorough knowledge of various financial regulations (i.e. GAAP, international laws).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel 10%-15% internationally.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), active license.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction in the core areas of financial accounting, internal controls, statutory reporting, and compliance.
Communicate and drive opportunities to deliver best value for customers; partner with management in planning, measuring, and reporting on performance of key business areas and identification of opportunities to improve profitability through pricing or cost efficiency.
Work closely with accounting, finance, and business partners to provide thought leadership on technical accounting considerations pertaining to both ongoing and potential business activities.
Research and prepare technical accounting position papers and other related accounting deliverables in support of recurring required technical analyses, adoption of new accounting standards / policies, and complex business transactions.
Communicate, maintain, and enforce compliance with the company’s accounting policies and procedures manual to ensure timely, accurate, complete, and consistent financial reporting which complies with applicable rules and regulations
Provide guidance and support to the Company’s international finance teams, as well as other department leaders and Company leadership on financial reporting matters.
Partner with global finance partners and external auditors to ensure statutory financial reports are completed timely and in compliance with relevant accounting and compliance frameworks.
Partner with internal and external customers to lead and grow the business; manage analysis in assigned areas and prepare monthly results for management.
Interact with other departments on business issues that impact financial projections.
Manage monthly close process for assigned areas and business segments, which may include account reconciliation and review monthly financial reporting packages in compliance with the company’s accounting policies and procedures.
Assist internal and external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
Responsible for the management and administration of business systems and procedures; ensure that the effectiveness of new procedures is validated, and Sarbanes-Oxley process documentation is updated for changes effecting internal controls.
Take a leading role in identifying and supporting continuous improvement projects while leveraging Continuous Improvement Management System (CIMS) tools and concepts.
Coordinate team efforts on enterprise-wide projects to collaboratively achieve business objectives and implement standard practices throughout the organization.