Strategic Financial Controller — GAAP/IFRS Expert

PALFINGER North America; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Paid holidays

PTO

Career growth

Job summary

PALFINGER North America, based in Tiffin, OH, seeks a Financial Controller to lead accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial reporting. You will oversee payroll, AP/AR, GL, tax filings and budgeting while supporting strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting with 10+ years of GAAP/IFRS experience, plus strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills and advanced Excel. This role offers growth within a global engineering company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 10+ years of GAAP and/or IFRS accounting experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

PALFINGER North America, based in Tiffin, OH, seeks a Financial Controller to lead accounting operations and ensure accuracy of financial reporting. You will oversee payroll, AP/AR, GL, tax filings and budgeting while supporting strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting with 10+ years of GAAP/IFRS experience, plus strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills and advanced Excel. This role offers growth within a global engineering company.