North American Assistant Controller

The North American Assistant Controller will work with the North America Controller and be responsible for oversight of North American accounting as well as managing the compliance and internal controls program for the Company. This individual will be a key point of contact for divisional CFOs and entity Controllers with respect to accounting and reporting issues. They will also work closely with other functional groups including FP&A, insurance, treasury & corporate tax teams. Additionally, they will lead the external audit effort as it relates to the North American companies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close.
• Assist in the management of the quarterly and annual external audit engagement.
• Manage internal controls activities.
• Ensure harmonization of accounting policies throughout the organization.
• Oversee statutory audit & filing process.
• Oversee North American tax and treasury responsibilities
• Lead continuous improvement projects in driving efficiency and quality.
• Play a lead role in acquisitions, from due diligence & valuation to financial systems integration.
• Develop a culture of accountability, execution, and quality.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing accounting team.

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA required, big 4 experience preferred.
• At least 10+ years of experience working in a large multi-national company environment, preferably in a cost accounting/manufacturing environment
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (Microsoft Dynamics).

Personal Characteristics and Traits:

• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate the team.
• Ability to execute on commitments.
• Possess a very high sense of urgency.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must be hands-on and detail-oriented but able to see the big picture.
• Ability to work with teams in foreign countries.
• Ability to travel
• Ability to build a strong rapport with associates at all levels of the business.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• A continuous improvement mentality is a must.
• Possess high energy and am able to handle conflict well.
• Analyze complicated issues and boil them down to the key points.

• Excellent verbal and writing skills; fluent in English.