WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST! Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional grooming products, has a challenging opportunity for a dynamic financial leader to fill the role of North America Controller at our Global Headquarters in Sterling, Illinois.
Contribute to the company's success by providing relevant data and analysis to influence company decision-making and performance, as well as financial strategic leadership and direction across the company's operations. Establish and maintain the overall accounting resources, systems, policies, and procedures that support effective and relevant financial reporting that conforms with internal accounting policies and U.S. GAAP principles. Ensure that the accounting functions operate efficiently and effectively, and strictly enforce the underlying management policies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Lead and proactively manage the accounting resources to produce accurate and reliable financial results for both the North American operations and the global consolidation according to internal accounting policies and U.S. GAAP. Provide accurate and action-oriented reporting on the financial results of the organization on a monthly basis according to reporting expectations and deadlines. Perform account reconciliations according to an established cycle that clearly identifies actions to improve the effectiveness of the accounting controls, and which results in no audit adjustments at year-end. Ensure that income tax returns comply with federal and state regulations by providing accurate financial information to the external tax preparer on a timely basis, while having a basic understanding of the regulations that have an impact on the company's income tax liability. Coordinate the annual audit of both the U.S. and consolidated financial results in line with budgets and deadlines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on major company initiatives and provide value-added financial analysis and support of business reviews and decision-making. Lead and develop a high performing team focused on creating value for their respective business partners within the organization. Establish performance measures for the accounting functions, and ensure that the most effective resources, systems, and policies are in place to achieve the targets on a consistent basis. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Minimum of 5 years in public accounting, with an additional 5-10 years of progressive experience in a consumer goods manufacturing organization that culminates in a controller or similar role Active license as a Certified Public Accountant Advanced skills in Excel, Microsoft Office, and Dynamics 365 or similar ERP system Why Wahl? We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.
Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.
When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.
Perks & Benefits: BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000! Biometric testing with wellness credits 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match Profit Sharing Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year Scholarship Program Daycare discounts Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts Company paid Life Insurance Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability 10 paid holidays per year Casual work environment
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