Assistant Controller

Overview

Lead NA accounting/finance, ensure reporting, compliance, and team management.

Key Responsibilities

• gaap audit
• sage ledger
• floqast reconcile
• monthly close
• lender reporting
• cash management

Tasks

-Lead and manage the North American component of the annual US GAAP external audit. -Support external service providers with US and Canadian Income tax filings and state/local tax research. -Oversee and manage all daily accounting operations, including general ledgers (SAGE), Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll (PayCor). -Develop, implement, and maintain robust accounting and finance policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring an adequate system of internal controls over financial reporting is operating effectively. -Review and manage all balance sheet account reconciliations using FloQast. -Champion process re-engineering and simplification initiatives within the department and across the enterprise. -Partner with functional and business unit leaders to analyze and explain business results (actual vs. budget) and assess risks and opportunities. -Manage and support annual insurance renewals (general liability, workers comp, cyber, etc.) and coordinate annual surety bond renewals. -Manage and ensure compliance with all state and local tax filings (Personal Property, Sales, Use Tax) and government/statutory reporting. -Manage the full monthly close cycle for all North American entities, ensuring strict adherence to timelines and continuously enhancing the record-to-report process timeliness and accuracy. -Manage all lender reporting (borrowing base compilation, reporting, and compliance). -Prepare and review entity-level P&L’s and Balance Sheets, and prepare Management Discussion & Analysis (MDA) for North American entities. -Oversee the 401k annual audit and Form 5500R filing, including calculating the annual Company Match True-Up. -Provide the Enterprise Leadership Team (ELT) with timely, accurate, and actionable data to drive effective decision-making. -Lead, manage, and mentor the North American accounting team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment. -Oversee North American daily cash management, banking administration, and approval of disbursements.

Requirements

• leadership
• cpa
• mba
• excel
• us gaap
• erp

What You Bring

-Leadership: Experience building, leading, and managing a high-performing, cohesive team. Must have a player/coach mindset, capable of hands-on execution and strategic thinking. -CPA and/or MBA preferred. -Industry: Significant experience in the distribution industry preferred. -Public accounting experience (Big 4 or national firm) preferred, as well as private industry experience. -Experience with inventory in an industry with multiple lines of business and many SKUs. -Expert level skills in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel. -Other: Significant experience in a large, international firm experiencing significant growth and change; comfortable operating in a fast-paced, global environment. -Physical Demands: Mostly sedentary work, requiring repetitive hand and wrist motions. Must be able to maintain proper posture and lift, pull, or maneuver up to 25lbs. -Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required. -Significant experience preparing P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements. -Strong knowledge of US GAAP and in-depth knowledge of existing, proposed, and newly codified US GAAP (Expert level). -Experience with consolidating foreign operations, including a thorough understanding of foreign currency transactions, translation, and remeasurements. -Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of general accounting experience, with at least 5 years of experience managing a team. -Experience assisting and supporting ERP system transitions. -Working knowledge of general ledgers (SAGE) and ERP systems (Advanced).

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Benefits

-Work Environment: Professional office setting in our Norwalk, CT corporate headquarters.

About Hmtx Industries

-The company was founded with a vision to revolutionize the building materials industry through innovation and design. -With a rich legacy of excellence, the company specializes in a wide range of products and solutions for building and construction. -The company focuses on delivering products that combine cutting-edge technology with sustainable materials. -The company creates high-quality flooring solutions, including vinyl, laminate, and other advanced materials. -The company works on a variety of projects, from residential housing to large-scale commercial and industrial developments. -The company collaborates with clients worldwide, offering tailored solutions to meet diverse market needs and expectations. -In addition to their focus on sustainability, the company integrates smart technology to enhance product functionality and design. -The company has established a strong presence in both the residential and commercial sectors, with a reputation for durability and innovation.

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