Corporate Controller

Job Title: Corporate Controller

Location: Kansas City, MO

Full Time/ Direct Hire/ Hybrid

About Us:

We design and manufacture safety-critical products for pressure vessels, with headquarters in Liberty, Missouri, and additional facilities in Houston, Texas, and Ahmedabad, India. Our global presence includes sales offices in India, the Netherlands, and China. With over 55 years of experience, we are known for high-quality products and serve leading companies across industries such as chemicals, aerospace, and defense. We adhere to stringent industry certifications and operate two in-house flow labs for product design and certification.

Role Overview:

The Corporate Controller manages all controllership functions, including accounting, auditing, tax compliance, and financial reporting. This role demands a strong leader with extensive knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and financial statement analysis, along with excellent communication skills.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, demonstrate servant leadership, and consistently deliver accurate financial information while meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

Controllership:

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring adherence to corporate schedules and accuracy in results.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and company policies.
• Manage external and internal audit requests, fostering relationships with corporate accounting and internal audit teams. Coordinate with external auditors for compliance and adjusting entries.
• Lead and manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and inventory management processes.
• Review and approve all account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate payroll reporting and coding.
• Administer incentive compensation tracking and reporting (Sales, LEAN, TEE).
• Oversee capital deployment, reporting, reconciliation, and tracking.
• Lead the cycle count program and physical inventory process.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with the Levels of Authority document.
• Authorize ACH and wire payments through Bank of America.
• Align financial processes globally and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead or participate in special projects and assignments as needed.

Financial Leadership and Communication:

• Collaborate across the organization to influence business outcomes positively. Communicate effectively with business leaders across all functional areas.
• Manage the recruitment, training, development, and performance of accounting staff, including planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Promote a culture of performance and results within the accounting team.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Seven years of experience in finance and accounting, with a preference for manufacturing or industrial market experience.
• MBA or Master’s in Accounting preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial statements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to distill complex business issues into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management, including planning, prioritization, and execution.
• Exceptional business judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Experience advising and influencing executives to support key business decisions.
• Proficient in using accounting software, ERP systems, Microsoft Windows, and Office Suite.