Controller at Industrial Technologies Group, an affiliate of The Heico Companies in Sud, PR

Responsibilities

• Partner to the President and Executive Team in the development and execution of business strategy
• Primary liaison to ITG Finance Team and overseer of ITG platform related initiatives
• Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the Versatile finance team.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Support start-up of Puerto Rican operations and oversee all aspects of Finance function. Responsibility includes compliance for Government incentives programs and taxation.
• Lead the closing process related to monthly and year-end cycles to ensure Corporate policies, procedures and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate the preparation of financial information related to annual and long-range strategic business plans and periodic forecasts, working with cross functional teams as necessary.
• Lead monthly performance to plan and forecast analysis.
• Review capital spending needs with the President and prepare supporting Major Expenditure Authorization (MEAs) requests and anticipated investment returns when applicable.
• Lead Microsoft D365/ERP migration initiatives.
• Support integration of segment acquisitions
• Manage the Credit, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable functions.
• Implement/maintain cycle counting processes and conduct physical inventories as necessary.
• Coordinate audits from the Internal Audit Department, Outside Auditors, and State and Local Audits.
• Ensure company operates within Heico’s established accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement through process changes, technology advancements and data analysis.
• Continuous exploration of new technologies and identification of opportunities to automate business processes to drive efficiencies and cost savings.
• Develop and monitor key metrics.
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance appraisals.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach.
• Lead completion of ad hoc requests in support of the President, ITG and Heico as assigned.
• If located in US, ability to travel to Puerto Rico 50% at start up and 25% once operation is stabilized. If located in Puerto Rico, ability to travel to Rutledge, GA 30%.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in business, finance/accounting or a relevant curriculum is required and an MBA or CPA is preferred
• 5-10 years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in manufacturing and in an operating business unit role.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills. Extensive accounting experience and cost accounting foundation.
• Participative management style - advocates team concepts and efforts. Sound administrative and team management skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software. Experience with Microsoft D365 implementations a plus.
• Working knowledge of Manufacturing systems.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Results and profit oriented with the ability to balance business priorities. Capable of establishing credibility and being decisive.
• Professional fluency in Spanish is highly advantageous.
• Unquestionable Integrity - Demonstrates the highest degree of integrity when engaging with associates and stakeholders. Leads ethically by example and fosters a culture firmly grounded in the values of the organization.
• Strategic and Agile Thinking - Strategic capabilities and strong business acumen. Financially savvy and understands the economic levers behind improving EBIT and other key metrics. Fact-based, data-driven and analytical. Creative mindset with the ability to identify and mobilize new opportunities very quickly.
• Collaborative Style – Engages stakeholders in problem solving and decision making. Is adept at bringing people together to tackle issues rather than dictate solutions. Has a collegial, inclusive working style and is professional and courteous. Builds strong relationships both internally and externally. Is both confident and humble.
• Communication Skills - Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels. Excellent listening skills.
• Leadership Capability - Has the leadership acumen and credibility to work across the entire organization and develop talent. Should be hands-on, but able to delegate appropriately with the ability to motivate, inspire and commit an organization to a course of action and achieve results.

Skills

Required

• Strong analytical and reasoning skills

Benefits

• Pay or shift range: $130,000 USD to $155,000 USD
• The expected range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $130,000 to $155,000 annually, with compensation commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.