Regional Controller
The Zeno North America Controller is a high profile and challenging position interacting with staff and leaders from various departments, both regionally and internationally within Zeno and Daniel J. Edelman Holdings, Inc. ("DJEH"). The candidate must be well organized, forward-thinking, and possess excellent communication and analytical skills in addition to in-depth knowledge of accounting, internal controls, financial systems, foreign currency concepts and practices on a regional and global scale. The position reports dually to the Zeno CFO and the DJEH Controller.
Accounting, Financial Reporting and Controls
- Monitor and support accounting operations for Zeno entities in North America.
- Partner with DJEH Finance team in North America and globally, as required, for AP, billing, tax, treasury, AR and contracts to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
- Coordinate the monthly financial close process and preparation of financial reporting packages, including revenue, journal entries, account reconciliation and analysis.
- Review and provide guidance on multi-book ledgers within the global financial system, where applicable, including US GAAP and statutory reporting for accounting and tax.
- Ensure balance sheet account reconciliations for the markets and regional are completed and reviewed on a monthly or quarterly basis. Ensure reconciling items are cleared appropriately.
- Plan and conduct quarterly balance sheet review meetings with the Zeno CFO which also covers compliance with the various financial system exception reporting. This includes review of all accounts and any accounts designated with additional reporting requirements (i.e. client deposits, unbilled AR, WIP). Ensure balance sheet accounts are supported by proper documentation / information.
- Ensure compliance with DJEH policies and procedures including the review and submission of quarterly checklists.
- Ensure the analyses of accounting information and preparation of financial statements and reports are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Work closely with regional senior management and the Internal Audit and Compliance department to implement and maintain strong internal controls.
- Provide guidance and support as needed for the annual external audits and filing requirements.
- Assist with M&A activity, including due diligence and accounting for acquisitions.
- Assist with the roll out of financial systems in the region.
Financial Management, Planning & Analysis
Participate in the annual budget and monthly forecasting process for Regional Cost Center entities in the US and other regions as required. Manage costs, accounting and reporting for these entities.Provide monthly reporting on the US financial performance including monthly discussion of and commentary on variances to budget and prior month forecast for the Zeno regional cost centers (US and Zeno Global Shell departments).Manage US and global agency investment budgets in partnership with agency leaders.Provide guidance within the region regarding proper accounting for transactions as required. Seek assistance from the Zeno CFO, the DJEH Controller and others as necessary.Provide an accounting overview for the region on a quarterly basis to include a discussion on matters of emphasis and risk, significant balance sheet fluctuations, changes in working capital impacting the use of cash and a listing with comments of significant amounts on the balance sheet.Assists the Zeno CFO with ad hoc projects.People Development and Leadership
Together with the Zeno CFO, ensure high caliber finance team is in place for the region.Assist in recruiting, interviewing and selecting Zeno personnel.Contribute to performance appraisal process for direct reports, peers and managers.Build strong working relationships and communications as well as provide the appropriate support across a broad disparate region.Engage in team building activities.Engage in conflict resolution and problem solving.Demonstrate professional behaviors and high ethical standards in all endeavors.Participate as an active member of the Zeno global finance team.Qualifications
8+ years of experience in finance and US GAAP accounting with several years in a senior level or managerial position.Credible experience in accounting, financial reporting and controls, financial planning and analysis.Possess strong time management skills with hands-on experience and a "can-do" attitude.Willingness to get into the details.Be able to advocate for and drive continuous improvements.Collaborate with other functional areas to implement changes.Possess proficiency in financial accounting and reporting systems.Possess proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Experience with a US-based multinational organization a plus.CPA is preferred.$112,000 - $160,000 a year