Financial Controller

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power, and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Financial Controller is responsible for ensuring financial information is timely, accurate, complete, and compliant with relevant accounting and taxation principles. Responsibilities include all financial and administrative functions, including financial reporting and forecasts, internal controls, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other financial administrative activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct month-end close tasks, general accounting functions, balance sheet reconciliations, and expense trend analysis.
• Assist and work closely with management teams in the timely production of monthly financial statements and analysis schedules for internal reporting.
• Coordinate and assist with all assigned monthly close tasks.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Conduct detailed review and/or completion of the monthly Percentage of Completion accounting schedule (applicable for both pump locations).
• Assist in the identification of contracts for proper revenue recognition.
• Prepare annual budgeting, quarterly and monthly forecasting.
• Compile and provide schedules to be used by internal and external auditors in their quarterly reviews and year-end audits.
• Utilize computer applications to compile, retrieve, and summarize accounting information for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of key business drivers.
• Provide operating managers and accounting staff with financial guidance and management oversight.
• Perform research and analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with financial guidelines, company policies, and control requirements.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting required by Corporate, Nikkiso, and other reporting requests.
• Document processes and procedures.
• Track KPIs and prepare various financial reports and analysis as requested.
• Conduct contract financial review.
• Document policies and procedures.
• Analyze product costs by product lines to ensure reasonable gross margins shown in the income statement.
• Review monthly financial results, prepare analysis to compare with budget and forecast, track variances, and provide explanations and insights.
• Lead inventory physical count, diagnose the cause of inventory variance, and work with the operation team to analyze obsolete and slow-moving inventory.
• Serve as a resource to other departments as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.
• 5-8 years of business experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred, with full cycle accounting.
• Previous management experience required, including at least 3-5 years of previous Controller experience in Germany.
• Experience and thorough understanding of Percentage of Completion accounting and related procedures strongly preferred.
• Month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations, and expense trend experience required.
• Exposure to various ERP systems is preferred; implementation experience is a definite plus (We do use Business Central).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.
• Skilled at completing and recording complex financial transactions; able to aid in developing information for financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Proficient in using accounting software and ERP software (Navision preferable).
• Self-motivated, hands-on, and ability to learn and grow as a business professional.
• Highly skilled and proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of organization and ability to manage deadlines; demonstrated ability to consistently manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to providing excellence in client service and a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality results.
• High level of ethics & integrity.
• Excellent communication in English and German (written and verbal).

EEOC Statement

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.