Regional Controller - Industrial Fluid Power
Medium, Addison, IL, United States
Overview
Price Engineering, a SunSource company, specializes in engineered custom products and solutions through engineering resource management, research, planning and development in the areas of hydraulics, pneumatics, automation and electrical systems.
Price Engineering is a SunSource company, a leading value-added industrial distribution and solutions business with approximately ~$3 billion in annual revenue. The company provides technical fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial flow control, automation solutions and industrial service and repair to a diverse customer base across North America. Backed by a strong private ownership structure, SunSource continues to expand through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Position Summary : The Region Controller will serve as the senior accounting leader for Price Engineering and have oversight to sister business with common systems. They will be responsibility for all aspects of reporting financial results, development of financial statements, lead budgeting and forecasting processes and prepare and analyze monthly financial reports for the business. This leader will be a key business partner to the Business President, and be an integral part of the business and finance leadership teams. In addition, the person will be a primary liaison to the corporate finance team and support systems integrations, finance best practices, provide audit requirements and adhere to internal controls and compliance.
Accounting Operations and Internal Controls
Lead the financial reporting and close process for the business and region
Manage the general ledger, including key account reconciliations, flux analysis, and variance review
Possess a strong foundation in accounts payable/receivable, inventory accounting, and related items
Have a strong grasp of accounting framework and application of accounting in a manual environment as transition to next-generation system occurs
Maintain and adhere to internal control framework consistent with expectations of broader company
Standardize financial processes and reporting across the region under same ERP (P21)
Financial Reporting and Compliance
Oversee consolidation process and preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and all related audit testing and engagements
Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and analyze the operational drivers of variances
Assist each of the region businesses with financial analysis, and opportunities to grow the business
Manage commissions and related compensation calculations for the business
Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent reporting for internal management, lenders, and ownership stakeholders
Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and reporting across entities to ensure consistency
Team Development
Build and mentor the accounting team across the businesses on P21 ERP system
Willing to teach, develop, and organize the group for success
Drive the group to use tools, systems and documentation in more modern form
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA, MBA or master’s degree preferred
Experience
12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 – 5 years in a previous controller capacity
Experience in a private-equity–backed or public company environment of comparable scale ($1B+) with strong accounting background with demonstrated financial analysis expertise
Adaptability and comfort working across multiple ERP systems, with ability to adopt new systems
Industrial distribution, manufacturing, or multi-location business experience preferred with knowledge of cost accounting in an operational environment
Success Competencies
Highly organized: Ability to plan through a month end process, and to adhere to timelines
Analytical strength with the ability to understand financial variances and communicate effectively
Ability to work with team members in multiple locations and at varying levels
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate accounting results in a comprehensive and proactive manner
Work effectively across a decentralized, fast-paced organization
Hands-on, detailed leader who builds scalable, efficient accounting processes and understands what a good team requires
Systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to build dynamic financial models, automate reporting, and develop clear, executive-level presentations
Experience with financial consolidation and reporting tools, with OneStream experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems, including Epicor Prophet 21 (P21), with the ability to navigate multi-entity environments and support system-driven process improvements
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click, aquí).
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Price Engineering, a SunSource company, specializes in engineered custom products and solutions through engineering resource management, research, planning and development in the areas of hydraulics, pneumatics, automation and electrical systems.
Price Engineering is a SunSource company, a leading value-added industrial distribution and solutions business with approximately ~$3 billion in annual revenue. The company provides technical fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial flow control, automation solutions and industrial service and repair to a diverse customer base across North America. Backed by a strong private ownership structure, SunSource continues to expand through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Position Summary : The Region Controller will serve as the senior accounting leader for Price Engineering and have oversight to sister business with common systems. They will be responsibility for all aspects of reporting financial results, development of financial statements, lead budgeting and forecasting processes and prepare and analyze monthly financial reports for the business. This leader will be a key business partner to the Business President, and be an integral part of the business and finance leadership teams. In addition, the person will be a primary liaison to the corporate finance team and support systems integrations, finance best practices, provide audit requirements and adhere to internal controls and compliance.
Accounting Operations and Internal Controls
Lead the financial reporting and close process for the business and region
Manage the general ledger, including key account reconciliations, flux analysis, and variance review
Possess a strong foundation in accounts payable/receivable, inventory accounting, and related items
Have a strong grasp of accounting framework and application of accounting in a manual environment as transition to next-generation system occurs
Maintain and adhere to internal control framework consistent with expectations of broader company
Standardize financial processes and reporting across the region under same ERP (P21)
Financial Reporting and Compliance
Oversee consolidation process and preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and all related audit testing and engagements
Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and analyze the operational drivers of variances
Assist each of the region businesses with financial analysis, and opportunities to grow the business
Manage commissions and related compensation calculations for the business
Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent reporting for internal management, lenders, and ownership stakeholders
Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and reporting across entities to ensure consistency
Team Development
Build and mentor the accounting team across the businesses on P21 ERP system
Willing to teach, develop, and organize the group for success
Drive the group to use tools, systems and documentation in more modern form
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA, MBA or master’s degree preferred
Experience
12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 – 5 years in a previous controller capacity
Experience in a private-equity–backed or public company environment of comparable scale ($1B+) with strong accounting background with demonstrated financial analysis expertise
Adaptability and comfort working across multiple ERP systems, with ability to adopt new systems
Industrial distribution, manufacturing, or multi-location business experience preferred with knowledge of cost accounting in an operational environment
Success Competencies
Highly organized: Ability to plan through a month end process, and to adhere to timelines
Analytical strength with the ability to understand financial variances and communicate effectively
Ability to work with team members in multiple locations and at varying levels
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate accounting results in a comprehensive and proactive manner
Work effectively across a decentralized, fast-paced organization
Hands-on, detailed leader who builds scalable, efficient accounting processes and understands what a good team requires
Systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to build dynamic financial models, automate reporting, and develop clear, executive-level presentations
Experience with financial consolidation and reporting tools, with OneStream experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems, including Epicor Prophet 21 (P21), with the ability to navigate multi-entity environments and support system-driven process improvements
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click, aquí).
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