Overview:
Talento Human Capital has been engaged by a leading private equity firm who is growing an operating platform in the supply chain & distribution space focused on perishable goods and food. This business unit will serve as key platform for expansion in this global industry that represents nearly $10 Trillion in market cap.
Talento Human Capital has been engaged by a leading private equity firm who is growing an operating platform in the supply chain & distribution space focused on perishable goods and food. This business unit will serve as key platform for expansion in this global industry that represents nearly $10 Trillion in market cap.
Job Summary
As a Controller, you will play a key role in standing up a controllership function for a newly established Portfolio of companies. The Controller will serve as the key leader managing all accounting activities for a growing organization with a heavy focus on integration and consolidation of newly acquired companies, and working as part of the implementation of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Your expertise in accounting, financial management, processes and controls, and system implementation will be crucial for ensuring accurate, timely, and informative reporting and compliance to drive operational efficiencies, strategic decision-making, and global growth of the business portfolio.
This role will be located remotely with 25% travel across the business units and overall portfolio.
The role will begin as an independent contractor via TalentoHC and the management consulting firm working with end-customer, a PE firm and will convert to full time employment within 90 to 180 days.
Responsibilities
Leadership
- Develop a comprehensive plan for the newly formed controllership organization to plan and execute on its objectives of acquiring and integrating companies.
- Provide insights and recommendations to Portfolio company CFO and leadership team ensuring the organization is on track to execute on its short-term and long-term growth plans.
- Implement policies, procedures and processes to scale and manage the organization effectively.
- Mentor and develop an accounting team, managing work allocation, systems training, performance evaluations, and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic. Serve as talent champion developing the future leaders of the company.
- Develop a holistic understanding of the company's revenue, costs, and day to day financial principles.
- Develop a strong “feel” for the business & operations. Constantly suggest and implement ways to improve business performance.
- Work with executive leadership & functional heads to establish product-level P&Ls ensuring accounting rigor and accuracy.
Controllership
- Direct, plan, and implement accounting / finance policies, objectives, or activities for organization in order to ensure continuing operations, maximize returns on investments, or increase productivity.
- Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies. Ensure adequate revenue and cost accounting.
- Manage all tax matters across the organization varying from state, income, federal and all other applicable tax dominions.
- Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems while maintaining checks and balances.
- Remain current on audit best practices as well as state, federal and local laws regarding company operations; Formulate internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
- Assures protection for the assets of the entities through internal control, internal auditing, and assuring proper insurance coverage.
- Partner with supply chain, operations & produce teams to ensure effective procurement management providing detailed budgeting and cost management support.
- Lead and engage external, 3rd parties on Audits and Tax matters. Ensure accuracy of work delivered.
Merger & Acquisition Integration
- Perform due diligence with business unit and corporate/private equity M&A team on bolt-on acquisitions.
- Partner with corporate investment team, legal teams and other teams and 3rd parties to develop effective integration and onboarding of new companies.
Special Projects
- Lead projects and perform other duties as directed by Private Equity investors or Business Unit leadership.
Education
- Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field
Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Accounting roles.
- Proven experience as a Controller or in a similar finance and accounting leadership role.
- Fundamental knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
- Experience in supply chain intensive businesses with a preference for fast-moving food & beverage distribution.
- Proven experience as an accounting executive in a fast-paced organization with expertise in organizing and professionalizing accounting and tax functions.
- Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance-related issues.
- Experience leading business & finance transformation initiatives.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
- Expertise in accounting software
- Superior attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
- Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Behavior Profile
- Enjoys working in an entrepreneurial environment with a passion for living a good life in a great industry alongside good people.
- Superior problem-solving skills and ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment.
- Enjoys big picture and vision with a balance on tactics and execution; Thinks strategically/end-to-end.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence.
- Focused and determined at accomplishing objectives while treating people with dignity, respect and compassion.
About TalentoHC:
TalentoHC is a high growth talent & organizational solutions firm. Through Talento Recruiting, we are transforming the customer experience standards in the recruiting services arena. The company was founded in 2017 with the belief that human capital should be viewed as an asset on the balance sheet. Through its integrated human capital services, the Talento team has supported 65+ enterprise, middle market and startup/high growth organizations in 15 countries with recruiting, contingent workforce management, employer branding, strategy, transformation, organization design & implementation, career pathing, outplacement, employer branding and leadership development solutions. Some of the benefits of working for Talento HCM are as follows:
Talento Human Capital (HC) is an equal opportunity employer, people are at the center of what we do!
TalentoHC is a high growth talent & organizational solutions firm. Through Talento Recruiting, we are transforming the customer experience standards in the recruiting services arena. The company was founded in 2017 with the belief that human capital should be viewed as an asset on the balance sheet. Through its integrated human capital services, the Talento team has supported 65+ enterprise, middle market and startup/high growth organizations in 15 countries with recruiting, contingent workforce management, employer branding, strategy, transformation, organization design & implementation, career pathing, outplacement, employer branding and leadership development solutions. Some of the benefits of working for Talento HCM are as follows:
Talento Human Capital (HC) is an equal opportunity employer, people are at the center of what we do!
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