Regional Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Regional Accounting Manager

Summary / General Job Description / Mission :

This individual is responsible for supporting the Global Controller with coordination of deliverables including but not limited to controls and compliance, budgeting & forecasting, audit, physical inventories, and monthly analysis for over 25 locations within 7 countries.

This individual will also assist in managing the relationship with the company’s third-party accounting support for Procure to Pay and Record to Report.

Responsibilities Related to the Job :

• Coordination in multi countries that internal controls and compliance deliverables are being executed, tested and documented in a timely manner.
• Coordination in multi countries of interim and full year audit deliverables that span multiple ERP systems. Assist in managing the day-to-day relationship with external auditors.
• Acting as a conduit between external auditors and country & plant controllers to provide consistency in communication and deliverables.
• Coordinate and assist in the execution of physical inventories in multiple countries. This includes preparing regional schedule, performance of inventory, review and reconciliation of inventory.
• Take lead on managing the plant budgeting process, developing activity rates and setting standards, along with supporting forecasting.
• Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Management of the Plant Controllers
• Perform various project work as designated by the Controller.

Required Qualifications and Knowledge :

• Minimum of 7 plus years of experience in General ledger / cost accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business required. MBA is preferred.
• ERP systems experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Proven talent management and ability to work and motivate all personality types.
• A clear thinker with proven technical skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and work with all levels of management and shifting priorities.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ethical and credible, with ability to develop and maintain effective control mechanisms.
• Flexible approach and self-motivated with strong team spirit.

Travel Requirements : Willing to travel as needed (10%-15%)

Leadership Interactions :

• Chief Accounting Officer
• Regional Controller - Americas
• Corporate Controller
• Accounts Payable Supervisor
• Third Pary Accounting Support
• Regional / Corporate FP&A
• Director / Manager Taxation
• Internal / External Auditors
• Plant Managers
• Corporate Treasury
• Regional & Plant Controllers
• Manager Procurement

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401K