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About The Position

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and statutory reporting.
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and management reporting in a manufacturing setting.
• ERP experience (e.g., EPICOR, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or equivalent international certification required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Prior experience in complex manufacturing environments required
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing accounting and management strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Strong leadership experience developing teams, driving operational improvements, and managing cross-functional initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Global financial leadership experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the global accounting function, including general ledger, cost accounting, consolidation, inventory management, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes across all entities, ensuring accurate consolidation and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and local statutory reporting requirements in Germany.
• Maintain and enhance internal control systems and processes across all regions.
• Coordinate annual audits (US and international) and manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Partner with controllers and accounting managers to ensure consistent application of accounting policies and accurate entity- and division-level reporting.
• Lead accounting integration efforts related to new system implementations or M&A activity, when applicable.
• Balance sheet reconciliations, consolidations, and reviews.
• Lead cash management, working capital reporting, and banking compliance (in partnership with CFO).
• Collaborate with FP&A personnel to support annual budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and ensure appropriate documentation of significant transactions.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive automation initiatives within the finance function.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance team culture.
• Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities to strengthen technical capabilities and service delivery.
• Establish clear performance expectations, operational accountability, and continuous improvement practices within the accounting organization.
• Promote strong cross-functional collaboration and customer-focused support throughout the team.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid)
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• 401(k) with Company match
• tuition assistance after 1 year
• paid time off
• 11 paid holidays