- Senior
- Bureau à Hollywood
JOB SUMMARY
Corporate Controller at a Midsize Emblem and Label Manufacturer with operations in the US, Canada, Mexico, and Dominican Republic.
Position Overview: The Corporate Controller will lead all Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll, Cost Accounting, and General Ledger operations across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and efficiency. This role demands a leader who acts with urgency, resolves issues decisively, and drives sustainable process improvements. The Corporate Controller will design and enforce standardized accounting processes and internal controls, establish measurable KPIs, hold stakeholders accountable, and eliminate obstacles to cash flow. The ideal candidate thrives in high-pressure situations, uses root-cause problem solving, champions ERP utilization and automation to streamline workflows, and has a proven track record of optimizing accounting operations for measurable business impact while maintaining audit-ready financials.
Key Responsibilities
1.Strategic Financial Oversight
- Direct and oversee the organization’s accounting and finance operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cost Accounting, and General Ledger.
- Ensure all financial activities are completed accurately, on time, and in alignment with business priorities.
- Support FP&A by providing accurate accounting data for budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
2.Sense of Urgency in Execution
- Drive timely resolution of AR and AP issues to maintain healthy cash flow and vendor relationships.
- Prioritize critical financial tasks and adjust workloads to meet business deadlines without sacrificing quality.
- Escalate and resolve bottlenecks that impact operational or customer outcomes.
3. Problem Solving & Decision Making - Identify recurring issues across AR/AP processes, month-end reconciliations, systems, reporting, analyze root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Make data-driven decisions under pressure while balancing risk and opportunity.
- Experience implementing process improvements, driving automation, and strengthening internal controls.
- Track record of maintaining audit-ready financials and supporting external audit processes.
4.Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Ensure all financial reports, reconciliations, and statements are prepared with precision and on time.
- Establish review checkpoints to minimize errors and ensure compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
5.Leadership & Team Accountability
- Lead, coach, and develop the finance team to meet performance expectations and achieve weekly KPIs using the FMDS dashboards.
- Set clear goals, monitor progress, and hold individuals accountable for results on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
- Foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvement within the accounting team.
6.KPI Development & Monitoring
- Establish meaningful metrics for AR (e.g., Days Sales Outstanding “DSO”, collection efficiency) and AP (e.g., Days Payable Outstanding “DPO”, on-time payment %, error rates).
- Review KPIs regularly with the team and address performance gaps quickly.
7.Process Improvement
- Streamline workflows to reduce inefficiencies in AR, AP, and reporting processes.
- Implement process changes in a structured way, ensuring smooth adoption and minimal disruption.
- Ensure process changes are documented and embedded into standard work.
8.Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with all functions across the organization to resolve accounting and finance-related issues impacting the business.
- Serve as the finance and accounting voice during operational discussions, ensuring alignment between financial health and operational priorities.
9.Risk & Compliance Management
- Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, contracts, and applicable regulations.
- Uphold compliance with GAAP, statutory requirements, and internal policies across all entities.
10.Change Leadership
- Communicate expectations clearly, provide guidance during transitions, and reinforce accountability.
- Recognize and reward team members who demonstrate urgency, problem solving, and high attention to detail.
- Lead adoption of new systems, processes, and controls with minimal disruption.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
- 7–10 years of progressive leadership in accounting, preferably 3-5 years serving as an Assistant Controller or in a similar senior capacity with proven success.
- Demonstrated success managing accounting operations in complex environments.
- Proven record of solving complex financial process issues and driving team accountability.
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to perform under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
- Experience establishing and monitoring KPIs for AR/AP performance.
- Advanced ERP proficiency (Microsoft Business Central, NetSuite, or similar) and Excel skills.
- Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience implementing process improvements, driving automation, and strengthening internal controls.
- Track record of maintaining audit-ready financials and supporting external audit processes.
Functional & Leadership Competencies
- Sense of Urgency – Acts quickly to prevent financial risks or delays.
- Problem Solving – Identifies root causes and implements sustainable solutions.
- Attention to Detail – Maintains high accuracy in all financial work.
- Leadership– Develops, motivates, and holds finance team accountable.
- KPI Development & Monitoring – Creates measurable performance indicators and drives accountability.
- Process Improvement – Streamlines workflows to reduce inefficiencies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Works effectively with other departments.
- Decision Quality – Makes informed choices under pressure.
- Change Leadership – Guides the team through new processes and improvements
QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BBA in Accounting, CPA (active or inactive) or CMA preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in financial consolidation.
- Foreign currency translation a plus.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Manage the external audit process
- Manage external tax accountants
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Manage the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors.
- Experience managing an accounting department, providing leadership and mentorship, and identifying opportunities for professional development.
- Experience working in Multinational, fast changing pace environment
- Spanish (Read and Write) a plus
SKILLS
Must be able to operate a computer and have basic knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet, E-mail.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related fields; with Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
World Emblem is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
World Emblem is proud to be a drug free workplace. All applicants will undergo a criminal background check, pre-placement drug screen, and are in compliance with E-Verify
