Assistant Corporate Controller

Assistant Corporate Controller

Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture, sale, service and installation of loading dock equipment, vehicle restraints, high speed doors, high volume, low speed fans and much more – all design to improve industrial safety, security, productivity, design, environmental control, and energy consumption. As a fast-growing B2B industrial manufacturing company, we are looking for an Assistant Corporate Controller based out of our global headquarters in Milwaukee, WI.

As the Assistant Corporate Controller, you are responsible for financial reporting and the related financial controls and processes. Responsibilities also include the design and execution of key financial controls, process improvements and implementation. The role will lead the accounting technology strategy with the Corporate Controller. The role is highly collaborative across all parts of finance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Manages periodic and year-end financial reporting, related controls, and processes. This includes the enterprise-wide general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Designs clear balance sheet reconciliation guidelines and ensures standards are followed by staff, routinely reviews, and approves reconciliations with the Corporate Controller.
• Reviews all material accruals and reserves with the Corporate Controller and Chief Financial Officer quarterly, conducts interim reviews as needed.
• Develops and executes, with the Corporate Controller, the technology strategy for general accounting, financial reporting, and related processes.
• Responsible for the continuous management of foundational system setup that drives accounting transactions through the ERP platform.
• Continuously improves management and financial reporting through the use of automation, business intelligence visualization tools, and the ERP software.
• Ensures monthly reconciliation of management reporting to financial reporting; leads monthly review of actual results with the finance leadership team, providing commentary and insights on actual performance.
• Develop and maintain governance for accounting master data and process documentation.
• Ensures accounting policies are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and proactively researches applicability of current and pending FASB pronouncements and standards.
• Participates in the financial integration of acquisitions, partnering with other financial leaders.
• Main contact for the annual audit of the Balance Sheet and transactional General Ledger accounting.
• Other responsibilities as required.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Managing periodic and year-end financial reporting. Including related processes and financial controls.
• On going continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Supervises balance sheet reconciliation processes and reserve reviews.
• In partnership with the Corporate Controller, designs and implements the process and technology strategy for accounting and financial reporting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role supervises all general accounting resources and is responsible for training and development. Direct and indirect reports will range from 4-7 employees.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of advanced level accounting experience is required.
• Experience in transforming financial processes by leveraging technology is required.
• Experience at an international organization is preferred.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, etc.) and or advanced degree (MBA) preferred.
• Experience in JD Edwards ERP General Ledger software is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• An understanding and mastery of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to achieve results through collaboration.
• Familiarity and leadership in the ongoing use of technology to continuously improve financial processes and controls.
• An ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial leaders in a clear and understandable manner.
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International)

We Offer:

Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package. If you are selected for an initial interview, you will receive a message from Rite-Hite’s “in-house” talent acquisition team. Interested applicants, please email resume to: lrussell@ritehite.com.

Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.