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Panasonic Avionics Corporation · 1 day ago

Financial Controller - Hybrid

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$195K/yr - $327K/yr

12+ years exp

Panasonic Avionics Corporation is the leading provider of inflight entertainment products. The Financial Controller will direct the accounting function, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and corporate policies while providing strategic financial insights to senior management.

Consumer ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturingTelecommunications

No H1B

Responsibilities

Direct the preparation, analysis, and presentation of all financial statements and related reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles

Maintain the Company’s general ledger, cost accounting systems, and subsidiary ledgers

Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes

Establish and monitor internal accounting controls to safeguard corporate assets

Coordinate all external audits and maintain relationships with auditors, bankers, and regulatory authorities

Oversee compliance with tax regulations and government reporting requirements

Assist senior management in evaluating new programs, ventures, and product initiatives through financial analysis and cost-benefit studies

Develop systems and processes that keep compliance at the forefront while being flexible to support business unit creativity and technological advancement

Provide management with accurate data for decision-making and performance evaluation

Collaborate with senior management provide financial insight on project investments, product development costs, and return on innovation

Develop financial models, policies, and systems that ensure fiscal discipline while enabling appropriate business risk-taking

Provide leadership in evaluating strategic initiatives such as partnerships, capital investments, and market expansion

Supervise accounting staff and foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and professional growth

Promote collaboration between Finance and other business units and departments to ensure financial discipline does not hinder innovation

Train staff in emerging accounting systems and practices to support the Company’s forward-looking objectives

Qualification

Certified Public AccountantFinancial AccountingInternal ControlsEnterprise Resource PlanningFinancial AnalysisGAAPIFRSMicrosoft ExcelLeadershipCollaborationDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials preferred

Minimum 12 years relevant working experience in related environment with strong theoretical background in all financial areas

7 or more years' experience in a Supervisory role

“Big Four” or national accounting firm audit experience is required

Demonstrated ability to balance strict compliance with the adaptability needed in a growth-oriented, innovative company

Ability to solve very complex issues and understand accounting treatment in accordance to GAAP and IFRS and corporate accounting policy to properly communicate financials and tax implications to executive team

Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as SAP or Oracle

Knowledge of an Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system such as Hyperion or Cognos

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Uncompromising integrity and professional ethics

Detail-oriented, methodical, and precise in financial management

Sound judgment with the ability to exercise discretion when supporting new business ventures

A collaborative leader, able to work effectively across technical and administrative disciplines

Preferred

Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials preferred

Strong experience in both the private and public accounting sectors is preferred

Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or technology environment preferred

Benefits

Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off.

Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI).

401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.

Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.