Assistant Controller

OVERVIEW

With oversight and guidance from the Sr. Director, Controller, this position is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, to include production of monthly reports, reporting to global accounting department, maintenance of adequate system of accounting records and a comprehensive set of accounting controls, policies and procedures designed to enhance the accuracy of the company s reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with IFRS accounting principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborating with the Sr. Director, Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for:

• Managing and overseeing the overall accounting operations
• including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets and Payroll.
• Monitoring and analyzing accounting data, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial statements and reporting.
• Leading and building efficiencies into accounting operations
• Maintaining system controls to adequately safeguard the assets of the company and identity potential risks in a timely manner.
• Reviewing current procedures and internal controls, document, evaluate and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Leading, developing and mentoring the Accounting Department staff.
• Managing the month end closing and financial reporting process including account analysis and reconciliation.
• Preparing monthly financials and review with senior management in a timely manner.
• Ensuring compliance with established SOX controls.
• Working cross functionally to exercise and monitor sound fiscal management.
• Collaborating on and support of the company s budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Serving as a liaison with external auditors and tax consultants.
• Ensuring processes and procedures follow applicable policies, GAAP, IFRS, Federal and State tax regulations and where appropriate, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor s degree (B.A./B.S.) in Accounting from a four-year College or university. At least 6 years of progressive accounting experience.

CPA with at least 5 years of public accounting experience.

Must have experience with SOX controls and compliance.

Extensive knowledge of financial accounting concepts, GAAP and IFRS standards, policies, and procedures.

Advanced Excel, MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Must have SAP experience.

Inventory moving average costing experience.

Footwear industry experience desirable, CPG experience a plus.

Auditboard experience.

SKILLS NEEDED TO SUCCEED:

• Experience in a fast-paced, agile collaborative work environment.
• Organized, meticulous, with the ability to drive efficiencies.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and strives for continuous improvement.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and IFRS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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