Assistant Controller to serve as a member of site Finance team, responsible for the accounting operations of assigned division(s) including generation of periodic financial reports, maintenance of accounting records in accordance with a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, and ensuring reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
Key Activities/Responsibilities :
Provide support to BU Controller ensuring information is prepared and maintained in accordance with all statutory and regulatory requirements for the jurisdictions in which the business unit operates as well as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company standard policies and procedures (SPP).
Assist in maintaining internal control systems to satisfy Sarbanes Oxley requirements and Federal Signal Standards of Internal Controls (SICs) and confirm all documentation is prepared and completed in accordance with Company policy.
Hands on participation in the financial close process including preparing/reviewing journal entries, submission of results to Corporate, account reconciliations, providing financial information/analytics as requested.
Prepare relevant financial reporting of performance and detailed analysis of variances.
Oversee intercompany and CAPEX activities for the business unit.
Support internal and external audits and work with Controller to resolve any identified issues timely.
Attend S&OP and Budget/Forecast meetings to remain informed of key business developments.
Apply continuous improvement methodology to improve the cost structure of the business unit.
Manage assigned team and provide for the following: coaching, training, development, policy enforcement, performance management, and corrective action.
Participate in acquisition diligence and integration efforts.
Job Requirements/ Skills Needed:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required, Master's or MBA preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred
5+ years' experience in accounting and financial reporting
3+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
3+ years' Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience
Strong working knowledge of accounting practices in the manufacturing sector
Knowledge of finance operations and cost control principles including the following:
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements
Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems (JDE preferred)
Proven effectiveness in leading and directing the work of others
Ability to ensure compliance to and identify weaknesses in accounting controls and policies
Ability to prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and proposing new ways of creating efficiencies
Strong written, communication and interpersonal skills required with the ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings
Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel
Salary Range: $88,892 - $126,989 Plus Annual Bonus Opportunity
Benefits of Employment
In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.
About Federal Signal Corporation
Federal Signal Corporation is a global corporation with about 3200 employees located in Oak Brook, Illinois. Federal Signal designs, develops, and manufactures security systems, fire rescue products, street sweepers, and industrial vacuums. The company operates in two segments: Environmental Solutions Group and Safety and Security Systems Group. The Environmental Solutions Group segment manufactures and supplies a range of street sweepers, vacuum trucks, and other specialty vehicles. The Safety and Security Systems Group segment offers systems and products for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, and industrial communications.
