Controller

PALFINGER; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with Company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

Disability insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Learning and career growth

Job summary

PALFINGER, a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, seeks a Financial Controller in Tiffin, Ohio. You will oversee accounting operations, budgeting, compliance, cash flow management, and financial analysis while supporting strategic business decisions.

You will maintain internal controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with leaders to drive business success. The role offers growth opportunities within a global engineering leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 10+ years of GAAP and/or IFRS accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; advanced Excel and ERP experience.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, sales tax filings, and fixed assets.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and responsible for internal and external audit requests.
• Supervise and mentor finance and accounting staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

For more than 90 years, PALFINGER has set benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company, we transform customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions while providing opportunities for our people to grow, collaborate, and push beyond limits. We foster an environment where we reach up, reach out, and reach beyond. Become part of our team and let’s lift each other to create what’s next.

Reach Beyond with PALFINGER as a Financial Controller, based in Tiffin,OH, to oversee the organization's financial operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. In this role, you will lead accounting activities, budgeting, compliance, cash flow management, and financial analysis while supporting strategic business decisions. You will play a key role in maintaining effective internal controls, improving financial performance, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while partnering with leaders across the organization to drive business success.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, sales tax filings, and fixed assets.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Establish, implement, and maintain effective internal controls and responsible for internal and external audit requests
• Supervise and mentor finance and accounting staff.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 10+ years of GAAP and/or IFRS accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and thrive in a dynamic environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
• Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
• Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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