Financial Controller
Avecia: Milford, MA, Massachusetts, US
About this opportunity :
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee all aspects of financial management. The position is responsible for managing and improve the organization's financial performance and directing the accounting operations. Duties will include managing accounting operations, evaluating and managing financial risk, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing internal control policies and procedures, coordinating auditing processes, and ensuring accuracy of financial information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage all financial accounting and finance activities ensuring adequate and relevant internal controls operating at both Milford and Cincinnati sites.
- Manage all accounting operations including Billing, Revenue Recognition, Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), Inventory Accounting, Intercompany Accounting and Provisions. Employees in these accounting functions at both Milford MA and Cincinnati OH sites will report into this position.
- Continuous Improvement of the financial accounting systems to create efficient and compliant workflows and processes. Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Prepare and publish timely monthly and quarterly financial statements. Support month-end and year-end close processes. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
- Being responsible for the preparation and explanation of monthly financial books, budget books and other internal report within finance and to internal departments. Monitoring expenditure versus budget and understanding variances to be able to explain to department managers when requested.
- Ensure that all financial records and activities meet current IFRS, Nitto rules and to understand and reconcile the difference to US GAAP. Ensure compliance with J-SOX requirements, including documentation and testing of internal controls. Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
- Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Have knowledge of FICO modules in SAP S4Hana software, implement new functionality and develop reports. Responsibilities include utilizing the financial modules in the ERP system to ensure that all finance and finance related modules are working effectively and efficiently.
- Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, bank account administration, liquidity planning, loan management, and investment strategies.
- Identify and manage financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks. Oversee credit control processes to minimize bad debt and improve cash flow.
- Liaisons with sister companies in Nitto Americas, with the Nitto Medical Division and Nitto Corporate finance is required.
- Additional controller duties as necessary.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- CPA, CMA Qualification or MBA
- 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience including performing month end closes for a mid to large size company or 3 + years of accounting experience and an audit background.
- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
- Experience with SAP ERP system preferred.
- Strong administration, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High level of integrity and professionalism