Financial Controller - US retail operations

We are a leading company in our industry. But we started as a small family-owned company nearly 80 years ago. Our history of hard work and innovation makes us the adaptable, forward-thinking, continuously growing company that we are today. And our rich family heritage means we do it with unwavering hospitality and commitment to quality. We are still proudly family owned today!The Financial Controller Americas for our US Retail Business is responsible for leading the accounting and financial reporting within the Americas region in the retail operations segment as well as implementing both long and short term strategic objectives of the organization. Reporting into the VP Finance for Americas.Lead the accounting and financial reporting of the Retail operations segment across the AmericasProvide leadership and development for continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic objectivesEnsure credibility of Finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecastsProvide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunitiesEnsure that effective internal controls are in place and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reportingIdentify opportunities for strategic refining of processes to drive efficiency and providing high quality servicedeliverablesMeet deadlines and to effectively partner with both internal and external stakeholders across the companySupport business change as it relates to strategic initiatives, internal growth, as well as help manage and drive projects to completionManaging the close of the accounting and financial reporting of the Retail segment across the Americas with the accounting team that supports the region.Main liaison for internal and external auditsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Bachelor's degree with at least 7 years of experience. CPA preferred.Experience with PDI EnterpriseIdeal experience includes a mix of public accounting and corporate accounting.Retail operations industry preferred.Excellent understanding of the 3 financial statements and their relationship to each other (able to explain the number at a high level)Analytical, detailed and a good communicatorSelf-starter, quick learner, team player.Excellent understanding of financial planning, operations accounting and variance analysis and ability to explain the evolvement of business performanceStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact at various levels of the organizationExperience managing & leading a teamExcellent time management and the ability to deliver to deadlines

Created: 2025-03-07