What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Kadant and Careers?
Overview:
We currently seek to fill the position of Controller to manage our accounting operations. The Controller will prepare and coordinate the completion of periodic financial reports for timely submission per corporate deadlines. The Controller also maintains a comprehensive set of controls ensuring reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.
Hours of work for this role are M-F 8 AM to 5 PM or similar schedule. Role is in-person at our location in Lebanon, OH.
Responsibilities:
All benefits are effective upon hire-including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we’ve helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe.
We currently seek to fill the position of Controller to manage our accounting operations. The Controller will prepare and coordinate the completion of periodic financial reports for timely submission per corporate deadlines. The Controller also maintains a comprehensive set of controls ensuring reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.
Hours of work for this role are M-F 8 AM to 5 PM or similar schedule. Role is in-person at our location in Lebanon, OH.
- Manages accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and revenue recognition in a multiple company environment.
- Schedules and coordinates month-end closing processes. Manages the submissions of the quarterly corporate Hyperion closing packages and reporting, ensuring compliance with corporate deadlines.
- Reviews monthly account reconciliations, verifying accuracy of account balances. Recommends correcting adjustments as required.
- Develops, implements, and maintains proper internal controls and procedures for all areas of general accounting to ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
- Manages interface with internal and external auditors and directs responses to audit requests.
- Responsible for critical Overtime revenue recognition process and associated controls.
- Responsible for treasury, accounting, and statutory reporting/audits for Sweden business operation.
- Coordinates General Ledger and financial reporting requirements for the company’s ERP system.
- Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; follows up on work results.
- Maintains financial staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
- Maintains financial staff performance by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; plans, monitors, and appraises performance.
- Identifies and implements initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy of KBC Finance team.
- Completes special projects as necessary.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to lead/manage direct reports effectively.
- Deep understanding of accounting procedures and processes.
- Good communication/interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity using an ERP system.
- Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university is required, along with 10 or more years of progressive experience in general accounting in a manufacturing environment.
- CPA a plus. Management experience also desirable.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
All benefits are effective upon hire-including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
Salary : $125,000 - $145,000