Assistant Global Corporate Controller

Company Description

R25_0006706

#LI - Remote

Must be based in USA at time of application. 

Job Description

ABOUT NIELSENIQ

NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view of consumers and markets worldwide. We provide accurate, actionable information and insights and a complete picture of the complex and changing marketplace that companies need to innovate and grow. Our approach marries proprietary NielsenIQ data with other data sources to help clients around the world understand what’s happening now, what’s happening next, and how to best act on this knowledge. We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 90 countries, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.niq.com.

NielsenIQ is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting directly to the Chief Accounting Officer, the Assistant Global Corporate Controller is a critical and highly visible role within NielsenIQ. The position directs the accounting policies and procedures of the organization and ensures that the Company is in compliance with United Stated generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP).

This position will work and correspond with multiple domestic and international business partners to lead the global accounting close and consolidation procedures as well as directly oversee financial responsibility for the Corporate Accounting group. This position will be responsible for collaborating proactively with the Company's external reporting process owner(s) to ensure compliance with the Company’s lenders and the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and other governmental bodies, including but not limited to the Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8K filings, for purposes of ensuring financial data is collected completely and aggregated to meet reporting needs. It will also be responsible for providing technical accounting guidance and training to the global organization, and ensuring the Company's accounting positions are appropriate, thoroughly communicated, and in compliance with the established accounting framework.

This role will also oversee the more technical accounting matters including goodwill impairment, purchase accounting, derivatives, pensions and other non-standard transactions as well as tracking of Non-GAAP compliance and will work closely with other stakeholders, functions within the enterprise and third-party specialists to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the financial numbers in these various areas. This role will be involved in reviewing and analyzing the consolidated financial results and position of the Company as well as implementing corrections or improvements when required. Oversight of financial controls design and operating effectiveness will also be a key element of this role. The role will have primarily responsibility for overseeing the external audit and coordinating with internal audit. Special projects will be supported as required.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of US GAAP and experience in

consolidated financial reporting with a strong acumen for technical accounting. S/he will have a strong background in all areas of accounting, to include general ledger, monthly financial closing, and management of business reviews. In addition to technical expertise in the field, the successful Assistant Global Corporate Controller is able to deliver results under tight deadlines. S/he is required to maintain a "big-picture" focus while ensuring short-term goals are accomplished. S/he is required to mentor, motivate and provide guidance to the staff s/he supervises. Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is strongly desired.

KEY ACTIVITIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DELIVERABLES

· The Assistant Global Corporate Controller will be part of a team that creates and implements policies and procedures to identify, resolve and document accounting policies, technical matters and special transactions in addition to creating procedures to make the close and reporting processes more efficient and accurate

· Lead the global financial closing process ensuring timeliness and accuracy of Global financial and management reporting and the integrity and compliance of all financial and regulatory reporting, controls, processes and systems

· Ensures that Company financial records are maintained in compliance with Company policies, US GAAP and SEC reporting. Responsible for monitoring through analytical and account reconciliation reviews to ensure this compliance.

· Lead the preparation of financial reports including the monthly internal financial statements, quarterly reporting packages to Lenders, and periodic SEC financial reports

· Researches and establishes new policies and procedures and determines the accounting principles to be followed in the business units

· Direct oversight of technical accounting areas that are highly complex and/or subjective.

· Implement technical accounting guidance and deliver training to the global organization as well as ensure that the Company's accounting positions/processes are appropriate, well thought out, and in compliance with the established accounting framework.

· Monitors the recording of Company transactions, classifications and reconciliation of account balances in accordance with Company policies

· Support and assist special projects and research of accounting issues impacting new and existing transactions

· Lead the implementation of any newly required accounting guidance

· Lead key project initiatives within the company by overseeing project teams, assignment of responsibilities and facilitation of regular meetings for timely goal attainment

· Manages and ensures the success of all internal and external audits and related improvements to the Company’s internal control environment.

· Drives continuous improvement activities to increase the effectiveness of financial processes and the information systems supporting these processes.

· Serves as a change agent, proactively identifying opportunities and implementing process efficiencies to improve both functional and overall business operations and results.

· Ensures that the accounting department is staffed with qualified financial personnel capable of meeting the objectives and responsibilities. Responsible for continued development of these associates.

· Compile and analyze financial reporting packages for all Legal Entities to evaluate for compliance with financial and regulatory reporting requirements

· Support M&A efforts for the full transaction cycle (due diligence through integration)

· Review and ensure application of appropriate controls, SOX compliance and financial

procedures

Qualifications

· 15 years of experience in corporate accounting including technical accounting (US GAAP) research and SEC reporting as well as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal controls. Big 5 Public accounting experience required.

· Active United States CPA license required

· Proven ability to lead and motivate teams; achieving organizational focus on key priorities, providing clear direction, delegating, actively communicating and coaching/mentoring to achieve a high-performing team. Preferably with a medium to large international organization

· Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and SEC financial reporting, required

· Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy and consistently achieving deadlines

· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally and manage stakeholders

· Experience presenting to and coordinating senior level meetings, including preparation and communication of meeting materials and effectively summarizing results

· Must have an outstanding attention to detail and process rigor

· Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving

· Proficient in accounting software programs – OneStream and SAP a plus

· Ability to work collaboratively across various functional departments

· Highly proficient in excel with the ability to build, maintain and update complex detailed financial models

· Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments; works ethically with a high standard of integrity; upholds organizational core values

DIRECT REPORTS: -

2-3 Direct Reports and 5-10 Total Downline Reports, as determined by business needs

Additional Information

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $145,500 - $258,000. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support and more.  

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion