Halma plc · 2 weeks ago
Finance Controller
Boonton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHalma plc is committed to supporting life-changing instrumentation, and they are seeking a Finance Controller to manage accounting operations and improve financial processes. The role involves overseeing monthly accounting close procedures, preparing reports, and liaising with external auditors while driving continuous improvement in accounting practices.
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Responsibilities
Manage the monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, reviewing journal entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
Planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions
Reviewing and managing 12 month rolling forecasts for each site
Consolidate group results and deliver monthly reporting packages by site on time
Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new processes
Performance of account analytics and reporting on budget vs actual
Preparation of sales tax returns
Liaising with external auditors in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements
Periodic review and testing of internal controls, as well as maintain group internal control framework
Develop and implement a continuous improvement culture and drive continuous improvement activities across all accounting processes, with particular emphasis on the month-end closing process
Develop close working relationships with senior leadership in business at all site levels to ensure alignment of monthly forecast and accurate delivery of result as per monthly financial forecast
Guide business towards target delivery through budget control and other business decisions as needed
Be the contact point for Finance on reporting of results, ensuring timely, and accurate submissions
Analysis, insight, and control over targets and actual performance measures
Any other ad-hoc tasks required by business and/or supervisor
Qualification
Required
Must have manufacturing experience
Manage the monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, reviewing journal entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
Planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions
Reviewing and managing 12 month rolling forecasts for each site
Consolidate group results and deliver monthly reporting packages by site on time
Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement, and implementing new processes
Performance of account analytics and reporting on budget vs actual
Preparation of sales tax returns
Liaising with external auditors in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements
Periodic review and testing of internal controls, as well as maintain group internal control framework
Develop and implement a continuous improvement culture and drive continuous improvement activities across all accounting processes, with particular emphasis on the month-end closing process
Develop close working relationships with senior leadership in business at all site levels to ensure alignment of monthly forecast and accurate delivery of result as per monthly financial forecast
Guide business towards target delivery through budget control and other business decisions as needed
Be the contact point for Finance on reporting of results, ensuring timely, and accurate submissions
Analysis, insight, and control over targets and actual performance measures
Any other ad-hoc tasks required by business and/or supervisor
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field, CPA/MBA preferred
3-4 years' working experience in Finance & Accounting systems and processes and in business partnering would be an advantage
Outstanding knowledge of key finance processes, roles, and responsibilities
Strong analysis skills with a proven track record are a must
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel software
Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate at all levels within the organization
High level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Ability to excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Outstanding analytical skills, a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and the ability to engage with senior leaders in addressing complex business issues
Ability to develop and articulate strategy coupled with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do the work
Desire and drive to and improve business processes every day
Working knowledge of Epicor, Sage 100, and/or other similar accounting software systems
Ability to operate media equipment such as tablets, smartphones, and other electronic equipment
Ability to work with general office equipment
Ability to work with and understand databases a must and the ability to learn technical skills
Shall have essential physical skills; be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ own body weight)
Shall have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills, and hearing to perform the essential functions of the job
Must have enough endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time
Will be engaged in speaking, sitting, walking, driving, listening, and in communicating both orally and in writing while performing his or her duties
Must be able to listen and respond to questions and instructions
Preferred
CPA/MBA preferred
FP&A tool experience preferred but not required
Microsoft: Office 365; SharePoint; Teams; Visio; and OneNote preferred
Working knowledge of UKG-UltiPro and Workday a plus
Company
Halma plc
Our purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day. Halma is a global Group of life-saving technology companies.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1972-01-18IPO
Leadership Team
Bill Stoval
Divisional CEO
Janie Goddard
Divisional CEO
Recent News
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