AHT Cooling Systems USA · 1 month ago
Controller - Accounting Manager
Ladson,SC,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAHT Cooling Systems USA, a leader in refrigeration solutions, is seeking a Controller to manage financial operations at their Ladson, SC office. This role involves overseeing core accounting functions, leading the AR, AP, and Credit Control teams, and ensuring compliance and strategic financial insight for the organization.
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Responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings (US GAAP / Management reporting)
Prepare and analyze P/L, B/S, and Cash Flow statements, including variance analysis and management reporting
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting
Prepare supporting documents for federal and state Tax Returns and coordinate with external tax advisors
Lead external audits, internal audits, and support J-SOX compliance
Manage and develop the AR, AP, and Credit Control teams, ensuring accurate processes and timely reporting
Oversee cash flow planning, payment schedules, and working capital optimization
Use SAP (or equivalent ERP) for account reconciliation, journal entries, and data extraction
Partner with HQ teams (RTTM / DENV) on financial reporting, audit, and compliance matters
Drive process standardization, internal control improvements, and cost-efficiency initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent technical background
Solid experience in monthly and annual closings
Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups, PowerQuery preferred)
Experience preparing federal and state Tax Return support packages
Experience with external and/or internal audit processes
Minimum 3 years of managerial experience supervising teams
Experience managing AR, AP, and/or Credit Control functions (multiple areas preferred)
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to work on-site at the headquarters is required
Preferred
Experience in a multinational or manufacturing environment
SAP or ERP system experience
Experience in Controller, Accounting Manager, or FP&A roles
Proven track record in process improvement and workflow standardization
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
Company
AHT Cooling Systems USA
Innovation and a focus on the future since 1983.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase