This opportunity has arisen due to an internal transfer within our finance team. We are therefore looking to welcome a new team member who wishes to contribute to a large, multi-site team known for its collaboration and expertise. Furthermore, since the previous incumbent remains with the organization, the selected candidate will benefit from a smooth transition and support to ensure a seamless integration into their new role.

This role is based in our plant in State College, Pennsylvania.

The Financial Controller serves as a key financial leader, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information, internal controls, monthly closings, and support for budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. As a trusted advisor to the General Manager, this person helps drive informed decision-making, operational efficiency, profitability, compliance, and process optimization in a dynamic multi-entity environment.

We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed, as we recognise that skills and experience can be gained in many ways.

As Financial Controller, you must be able to

Financial Reporting & Month-End

• Review monthly financial statements and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of financial reporting

• Oversee month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses

• Review balance sheet accounts and monitor key financial indicators

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, US GAAP standards, and corporate procedures

• Ensure the integrity and consistency of financial data across entities

• Support external and internal audit activities and prepare required documentation

• Participate in statutory, tax, and government reporting requirements

• Ensure proper accounting treatment for complex or non-routine transactions

Financial Management & Operations

• Manage cash flow, treasury activities, and working capital requirements

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes

• Analyze actual financial results versus budget and prior periods

• Oversee intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and transfer pricing activities

• Approve payments and support banking activities

• Monitor financial risks and ensure appropriate controls are in place

• Support payroll review and approval processes

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Supervise and support accounting technicians in their daily activities and professional development

• Ensure efficient workload management and team coordination during month-end activities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for financial and operational processes

• Participate in ERP optimization and finance transformation initiatives (SAP S/4HANA)

• Collaborate with various corporate finance functions including consolidation, tax, treasury, and FP&A teams

• Contribute to corporate initiatives, process improvements, and ad hoc projects

We value transferable skills, different career paths and learning agility. Experience gained through non-traditional routes is welcome.

What makes you an asset to our team

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

• CPA Title

• Five (5) to eight (8) years of relevant experience in accounting and financial reporting

• Strong experience managing full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes

• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff is considered a strong asset

• Experience in a multi-entity and international environment is considered an asset

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA is an asset)

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or operational environment is considered an asset

• Experience in public accounting is considered an asset

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Leadership abilities with a collaborative and hands-on approach

• Ability to manage priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Autonomous, detail-oriented, and results-driven

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA is an asset)

• Flexibility with working hours, particularly during month-end

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