Global Corporate Controller

Wahl Clipper Corporation; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Global Corporate Controller, where your strategic financial leadership will shape the future of a renowned brand in the grooming industry. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting while optimizing global finance operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and provide valuable insights that influence key business decisions. With a legacy of excellence and innovation, this organization offers a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and established company.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Free onsite clinic

Health savings account

401(k) with company match

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Daycare discounts

Company paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 15+ years in a global accounting function with 5+ years as a corporate controller.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Establish a global financial reporting framework adhering to US GAAP.
• Drive implementation of technology solutions to enhance financial operations.

Skills

Financial Reporting

US GAAP

Financial Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Operational Efficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Job description

WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!

Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional grooming products, has a challenging opportunity for a strategic financial leader to fill the role of Global Corporate Controller at our Global Headquarters in Sterling, Illinois.

This leadership role contributes to the company's success by providing the strategic direction for ensuring accurate and consistent financial information across the global organization that adheres to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("US GAAP"), is adaptable to country-specific statutory reporting standards, and is used to influence company decision-making and performance. Optimize the efficiency of global finance operations by implementing innovative processes and technologies that minimize non-value-added resources.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and maintain an effective global financial reporting framework that adheres to US GAAP and includes at a minimum the following key elements:
  • Master chart of accounts with clear definitions.
  • Comprehensive accounting policies that articulate recording methodologies.
  • Annual sub-schedules from regions to support the annual audited financial statements.
  • Account reconciliations according to a pre-established cadence.
  • Foreign exchange rates used for reporting purposes.
• Establish and maintain a highly efficient global month-end closing and reporting process.
• Provide a transparent view on the financial results of the organization from both the management and statutory perspectives.
• Assist in the analysis of financial and operational results versus forecast and plan, investigations of significant variances, and communication of findings to senior management team.
• Develop and maintain a global internal control framework for financial reporting.
• Manage the annual audit process, coordinating with external and internal teams.
• Evaluate existing financial systems and processes, and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Drive the implementation of technology solutions to streamline financial operations and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally on major company initiatives and strategically provide value-added financial analysis and support of business reviews and decisions from the financial perspective, including but not limited to, operational efficiency, cost saving opportunities, capital expenditure decisions, vendor selection and negotiation, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
• Active license as a Certified Public Accountant is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years in a global accounting function, with a minimum of 5 years as a global corporate controller in a $1B+ multinational manufacturing organization.
• Advanced skills in Excel, and hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics, SAP or similar ERP systems.

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment