Corporate Assistant Controller

What You'll Do

The Corporate Assistant Controller is tasked with overseeing the accounting and cash operations and internal controls of the organization. This position entails ensuring the precision and completeness of financial records, managing the month-end and year-end close processes, and supporting the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and VP of Finance, Assistant Treasurer in various financial activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting and Cash Operations:

• Coordinate and communicate key accounting requirements to Standex Finance Leaders for completion of the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close process.
• Lead receivables, payables, and accounting processes for the US shared services center.
• Support Assistant Treasurer with Corporate and US Divisions cash reporting.
• Ensure month-end close deliverables to and from Division Finance Leaders are timely and accurate.
• Collaborate with Corporate Departments (Tax, Technical Accounting, HR and Payroll, IT) to ensure complex accounting matters are accurate.
• Lead Corporate managed programs: Intercompany Reconciliations, Travel & Expenses, Leases, Fixed Assets, Cash Reconciliations, etc.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Manage, develop and empower a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Set annual goals and performance expectations with each team member and provide regular feedback and coaching.
• Provide ongoing developmental coaching, training and learning opportunities/experiences to enhance individual and team skills and capabilities while ensuring team members meet/exceed their job commitments and responsibilities.
• Assist in recruiting and onboarding new team members as needed.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations, including global standardization.
• Utilize financial systems and tools to streamline reporting and analysis processes.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving financial practices and outcomes.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Responsible for maintaining finance policies and key control matrix in conjunction with the CAO.
• Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements across all financial operations.
• Collaborate with auditors (finance, IT, Taxes) during audits by providing all required documentation and support, and ensure that audit findings are resolved promptly.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Value

• CPA certification