VP, Corporate Controller

Oregon Tool•Portland, OR

2d•$225,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Your Career. Your Impact. Our Future. At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact. HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT: Reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller provides global leadership of the Company’s accounting functions. The Corporate Controller is responsible for the accounting and financial reporting operations of the organization including financial reporting, financial close, financial consolidation and reporting processes, internal controls, and global accounting policy and procedures. This role will work closely with senior leadership to enhance the company’s financial performance and support its global growth initiatives. THE DETAILS: Financial Reporting Oversee the preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant international accounting standards Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders Manage the preparation and production of consolidated financial reports adhering to internal reporting deadlines Interface with external auditors on the timing and coordination of the year [1] end audit and work closely with them throughout their audit cycle Develop and communicate the reporting schedule internally to Oregon Tool locations and facilitate compliance with reporting deadlines Streamline and provide continual improvements to the master closing package template utilized by all reporting units Lead and manage the external reporting cycles in an accurate and timely manner to achieve compliance with debt covenants and reporting deadlines including preparation of financial statements and footnotes Ensure that the reporting system is able to produce financial information in the format and configuration required by senior management Accounting Operations Lead the North America accounting team and global controllers, ensuring accurate and efficient day-to-day accounting operations Oversee the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring timely reconciliations, accurate journal entries, and adherence to closing schedules Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets Maintain and monitor an effective system of internal accounting and financial reporting controls Interpret and analyze and report on periodic results Maintain an internal performance management reporting system Provide accounting direction and support to company-wide reporting units Manage the collection and consolidation of data from company-wide reporting units Supervise the general ledger for various accounts and legal entities, ensuring the accounting records are accurate and well documented Lead continuous improvement efforts to improve processes and shorten reporting cycle times Maintain, update and improve policies, processes, and systems including automation of key activities Team Leadership and Development - Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting efficiency, accuracy, and best practices. Manage performance, establish clear development goals, and provide ongoing coaching for team members Lead documentation and continual improvement of departmental work processes

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) designation required
At least 10 years of progressively responsible public and corporate accounting experience
At least 5 years of progressively responsible management and leadership experience
Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Extensive knowledge of GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley regulations, international accounting, SEC and tax issues
Excellent presentation skills
Collaborative and effective team player
Able to lead teams that are globally dispersed
Initiative, demonstrated track record of achieving results
Proficiency with ERP systems, SAP preferred, and Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)

Nice To Haves

Experience in a national or regional public accounting firm is preferred
International experience is preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and other relevant international accounting standards
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders
Manage the preparation and production of consolidated financial reports adhering to internal reporting deadlines
Interface with external auditors on the timing and coordination of the year [1] end audit and work closely with them throughout their audit cycle
Develop and communicate the reporting schedule internally to Oregon Tool locations and facilitate compliance with reporting deadlines
Streamline and provide continual improvements to the master closing package template utilized by all reporting units
Lead and manage the external reporting cycles in an accurate and timely manner to achieve compliance with debt covenants and reporting deadlines including preparation of financial statements and footnotes
Ensure that the reporting system is able to produce financial information in the format and configuration required by senior management
Lead the North America accounting team and global controllers, ensuring accurate and efficient day-to-day accounting operations
Oversee the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring timely reconciliations, accurate journal entries, and adherence to closing schedules
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets
Maintain and monitor an effective system of internal accounting and financial reporting controls
Interpret and analyze and report on periodic results
Maintain an internal performance management reporting system
Provide accounting direction and support to company-wide reporting units
Manage the collection and consolidation of data from company-wide reporting units
Supervise the general ledger for various accounts and legal entities, ensuring the accounting records are accurate and well documented
Lead continuous improvement efforts to improve processes and shorten reporting cycle times
Maintain, update and improve policies, processes, and systems including automation of key activities
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting efficiency, accuracy, and best practices.
Manage performance, establish clear development goals, and provide ongoing coaching for team members
Lead documentation and continual improvement of departmental work processes

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
Paid holidays and earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
One paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
Global company with small company feel
Casual work attire
Complimentary snack and coffee/tea to keep you fueled
Onsite cafeteria offering a variety of convenient options
Onsite Physical Therapist
Onsite Fitness center
Public Transit access