Assistant Controller - Fives
Northwood, OH 43619
About the Job
Fives Group is seeking an Assistant Controller
About Fives Group:
Fives Group, headquartered in Paris, France, is an industrial engineering group founded in 1812 that designs and supplies machines, process equipment and production lines for the world's largest industrial groups including the aluminum, steel, tube and pipe, glass, automotive, aerospace, logistics, cement, and energy sectors. In 2018, Fives achieved sales of $2 billion with a team of close to 8,500 employees and a network of over 100 operational units in over 25 countries.
Job Title: Assistant Controller
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Controller is responsible for:
Education and Experience
Skills Required
Other Requirements
BENEFITS
Hired employees will receive great benefits along with an extremely competitive compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Holidays, Personal Time Off and 401K & IRA and more.
About Fives Group:
Fives Group, headquartered in Paris, France, is an industrial engineering group founded in 1812 that designs and supplies machines, process equipment and production lines for the world's largest industrial groups including the aluminum, steel, tube and pipe, glass, automotive, aerospace, logistics, cement, and energy sectors. In 2018, Fives achieved sales of $2 billion with a team of close to 8,500 employees and a network of over 100 operational units in over 25 countries.
Job Title: Assistant Controller
JOB SUMMARY
- The Assistant Controller ensures the accuracy of all journal entries, assets, liabilities, and reconciliations required for the reporting of results of operations for all client companies.
- The Assistant Controller oversees the compilation and analysis of data for all financial reports; reviews and approves account reconciliations; prepares and/or oversees accurate completion of all audit work papers; ensures timely completion of all accounting functions required to meet financial statement and external audit deadlines; reviews payroll entries and variances; and serves as back-up for critical daily and monthly tasks assigned to the Controller.
- The Assistant Controller reports to the Controller.
- Direct reports include Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants and Financial Analysts.
The Assistant Controller is responsible for:
- Preparation and timely delivery of month-end financial statements.
- Preliminary analysis and review of variance analyses prepared by the accounting team for month-end financial statements and reports, including balance sheet reviews and capital spend analysis.
- Serving as the primary interface with Department Heads to develop financial reports and analysis to assist in decision-making.
- Preparation and/or oversight of audit work papers to meet external audit requirements.
- Gathering, compiling, organizing, consolidating, analyzing, and interpreting data and documentation relevant to financial information.
- Preparing detailed reports and presentations for review by all levels of management.
- Contributing to the preparation of year end audit work papers.
- Setting performance standards and expectations for direct reports including providing training and coaching as needed.
- Assisting co-workers in the performance of their jobs by answering questions and providing information as needed to help them understand general accounting principles.
- Assisting in the development of procedures and practices within the department.
- Providing back-up for critical daily and month-end tasks assigned to the Controller.
- Adhering to Company policies and procedures, including the EEO and safety guidelines, at all times.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in accounting – Required
- Certified Public Accountant license – Preferred
- 5 years previous financial experience (including general ledger experience) – Required
- Supervisory experience – Required
- Microsoft Excel experience – Required
- Sage X3 experience – Preferred
Skills Required
- Proficient use of PC in a windows operating environment.
- Skilled use of calculator.
- Evidence of strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Other Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of accounting theories, practices, regulations, and financial concepts relative to profitability and financial ratios.
- Background record that meets Company standards.
- Valid Driver's license and driving record that always meets Company standards.
- Reliable means of transportation at all times.
- Present professional appearance and demeanor.
- Strictly maintains confidentiality of financial and/or other information acquired in the course of work; discloses only when authorized, unless legally obligated to do so.
BENEFITS
Hired employees will receive great benefits along with an extremely competitive compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Holidays, Personal Time Off and 401K & IRA and more.
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