Site ControllerDirector of Finance

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged to recruit for a Controller/Director of Finance for our client located in the Twin Cities. Our client focuses on creative and adaptive global sourcing solutions backed by deep manufacturing and logistics expertise. One of the world’s best in providing sourcing and supply chain management services, our client is a leading provider of strategic cost management solutions that empower customer success in today’s increasingly volatile global marketplace. Our client specializes in establishing manufacturer and supplier relationships, both domestically and overseas, for its clients. More importantly, they guide their clients through the process and negotiate the best value solution based on existing relationships with top suppliers and vetted facilities worldwide. From single products to complete assemblies, our client is your comprehensive supply chain partner.

This is a unique opportunity to lead the finance function of a subsidiary of an S&P 500 global company. The Director of Finance/Controller for the U.S. business is a highly visible role with a defined career path to broader leadership roles. You will be responsible for all accounting activities and financial operations. As a member of the business leadership team, you will accurately measure and forecast operating performance related to KPIs, to ensure that the business achieves its objectives. The position reports to the Business Vice President of Finance and is based in Brooklyn Park, MN.

Key responsibilities for Controller/Director of Finance include:

• Maintain effective internal control of all business unit operations and locations to ensure continued protection of its assets and an accurate reporting of its financial position.

• Provide management with monthly, quarterly and annual reviews of the organization’s financial status and progress in its various programs and activities in accordance with the business's reporting formats and requirements.

• Partner with sales and operations management to manage working capital by balancing inventory, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Forecast business activity and financial position in the areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations in accordance with the Corporation’s reporting formats and requirements.

• Direct preparation of budgets by reviewing budget proposals; prepare necessary supporting documentation and justification

• Arrange audits of business unit financials, as well as internal and external audit requirements and US Sarbanes Oxley-404 (SOX) testing and compliance.

• Perform due diligence on potential acquisition targets. Develops models, business forecasts and trend analysis to support these opportunities, as needed.

• Represent the company externally, as necessary, to government agencies and auditors.

• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop department staff and conduct annual performance evaluation.

Qualifications for Controller/Director of Finance include:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; MBA and CPA preferred

• 7+ years of previous experience in operational accounting leadership roles

• Understanding of commercial and operational accounting KPIs and impacts to the business

Salary:

150k-175k, DOE