VP of Accounting - Corporate Controller

Divisions Maintenance Group•Cincinnati, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Divisions Maintenance Group (DMG) is seeking a highly analytical, creative, and forward-thinking VP of Accounting - Corporate Controller to join its finance organization. This role oversees the accounting, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) departments. The position is responsible for developing and implementing best practices in processes to support DMG's growth and requires the ability to thrive in a challenging workplace environment. The top challenges in this role include conducting monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing activities under US GAAP, preparing and reviewing monthly balance sheet account reconciliations with a focus on effective controls and process improvement, and leading initiatives for standardization, re-engineering of processes and controls, and implementation of best practices, requiring a strong understanding of financial accounting systems.

Requirements

Minimum 15+ years of experience with an emphasis on accounting, preferably gained within a Big Four firm and / or a multinational organization.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics or business.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to manage the stress of a fast-paced environment.
Ability to meet the in-person requirements of the team and/or business needs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
CPA, ACCA, or similar credentials.
Experience of working for a medium-to-large international company, in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Experience working with IFRS or US GAAP and in the preparation of financial statements.
Demonstrable ability to work to tight deadlines on critical projects.
Detail-oriented yet able to reflect on and understand the big picture.
Strong organizational, project management skills, and information technology aptitude.

Responsibilities

Conducting monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing activities for DMG under US GAAP.
Preparation and review of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations; processes, effective controls and identify process improvement opportunities.
Leading improvement initiatives, standardization, re-engineering of processes and controls, and implementation of best practices; working closely with systems teams and demonstrating strong understanding of financial accounting systems.
Actively participating in cross functional project launches from scoping through testing and launch.
Reviewing all documentation and contracts to develop and improve internal controls.
Managing transaction accounting, SOX, closing process, and other financial controls.
Overseeing General Ledger functions; assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and best practices in accordance with GAAP.
Acting as a liaison to external auditing firms, while owning primary responsibility for the Company’s views on technical accounting matters.
Overseeing tax compliance and strategy, as well as capital assets.
Working with senior management to ensure internal compliance.
Other duties as assigned by management.