Controller

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let’s Imagine a better way together.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the controllership function across Imagine’s US locations. Role responsibility includes the timely and accurate submission of financial statements, performance metrics with adherence to financial controls and GAAP accounting requirements. The role will also participate and/or lead strategic initiatives within the finance function and other areas of the business.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounting and analysis of financial statements and reports; monitor the company's progress against business and operating goals and help identify opportunities to improve business performance.
• Collaborating and contributing to the Senior Leadership Team and BOD to improve overall company performance, internal control and compliance.
• Act as primary contact to Imagine’s financial information with senior leaders and both internal and external auditors.
• Ensure discipline, rigor with a high level of integrity in financial reporting.
• Develop and communicate financial results to management and executive leadership.
• Partnering with the CFO to determine accounting and tax implications for all material business decisions.
• Oversee other Imagine functions including Treasury, Tax, Risk Management and Internal Controls.
• Oversee and validate general ledger functions and business unit consolidation; assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and best practices in accordance with GAAP
• Overseeing tax compliance and strategy.
• Develop and adopt standardized policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
• Establish the optimal organizational design and talent to support the needs of an effective and modern shared services organization including digital upskilling.
• Acting as a liaison to external auditing firms, while owning primary responsibility for the Company’s views on technical accounting matters.
• Drive standardization in processes, tools, methodology and terminology, ensuring adherence to appropriate accounting policies and procedures, including improvements in period closing process to achieve benchmark levels.
• Improve functional acumen and drive a culture of innovation and advancement.
• Define and implement metrics to measure health and effectiveness of the transformation

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related area of study
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• 15 years of work experience in accounting and/or financial management experience, with 7 years of experience in a senior financial leadership position, and 5 years of experience in the manufacturing or adjacent industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance (preferred)
• Thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, financial controls, regulatory requirements, and compliance including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) standards and regulations.
• Previous experience managing finance and accounting functions.
• Thorough understanding of tax regulations and compliance.
• Experience in navigating through complete technical research.
• Exceptional Technical Accounting skills.
• Proven high level of business acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to distill complex requirements and solutions into concise and compelling communications including data management and data analysis skills.
• Ability to establish trust, respect, and credibility and form close working relationships with all levels.
• Experience leading and inspiring teams to meet business objectives with outstanding results.
• Experience with accounting software, ERP systems, financial reporting software and databases

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Technical Skills: High level technical accounting understanding
• Ethics: Highest level of professional integrity and honesty as well as personal credibility.
• Leadership Development Skills: Deep understanding and experience with the ability to practically apply, as well as coach others to do so. Excellent communication skills.
• Functional Leadership: A confident, mature person with the ability to connect and inspire others. A proven track record of leading projects and teams that successfully achieve milestones and complete deliverables.
• Operational/Functional Excellence. Experience managing in an environment that continuously prioritizes operational excellence. Previous finance transformation experience is preferred
• Results-Oriented: A driver who possesses the ability to take action and implement effective solutions in a timely manner, influencing across different functions / levels of the organization
• Problem Solver: A creative yet pragmatic problem solver. Methodical and hands-on as well as detail-oriented.
• Analytical Thinking and Decision-Making: A "conceptualizer" of business strategies and objectives who can then integrate that thinking into finance strategies. Excellent planning, execution and project-management skills. Strong business acumen, "street smarts" and an in-depth understanding of the implications of business decisions.
• Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: A team player and builder, receptive to ideas from others. Shares information and keeps team members and partners informed. Works effectively with others to identify and resolve issues. Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact successfully with all levels of management as well as a diverse work force. Ability to understand and add value to high-level management interactions.

The national pay range for this role is $125,000- $175,000 year. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion is not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

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