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How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Assistant Controller, you will contribute to the financial success and growth of the company by ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls and supporting strategic decision making, and planning. Under direction of the Sr. Finance Director, and in accordance with corporate policies and procedures the successful Controller will have a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, strong analytical skills, the ability to interpret financial data effectively, and the capacity to communicate complex financial information to various stakeholders within and outside the organization.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
Accounting Oversight & Team Development
- Supervise and mentor the accounting team (AR/AP/General Accounting), providing guidance and support to ensure departmental goals are met
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to streamline processes and improve efficiency
- Work closely with sales and customer service teams to address customer concerns and ensure timely resolution of issues.
- Participate in other projects assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.
- Maintain and improve accounting system and processes
Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Compile and analyze financial information for the preparation of general ledger entries.
- Prepare analyses of account reconciliations and ensure proper controls of general ledger activity.
- Perform month-end and yearly close procedures, including balancing and submitting financial information.
- Act as a Sarbanes Oxley Auditor, assisting in internal and external audits and preparation of PBC schedules.
- Provide financial support for forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing variations from budget.
- Generate periodic ad hoc financial reports.
Compliance and Documentation
- Prepare appropriate data for federal, state, and local quarterly and year-end tax provisions, as well as state sales and use tax returns.
- Update and document accounting control procedures.
- Assist with cross-training, development, and continual improvement of company policies and procedures.
- Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
Fixed Assets
- Sending Tracker files to Project Managers
- Work with Project managers for project closing
- Creating/Updating/Disposing Asset in JDE and Sage.
- Running monthly depreciation for book and tax.
- Coordination of physical verification of fixed assets.
- Forecasting Depreciation expense.
Month-end close
- Posting an assigned list of journal entries & tasks for the month end.
- One Stream: Mapping, uploading, forms completion.
- Prepaid Assets Maintenance.
- Account reconciliations.
- Annual Corporate filings.
Communication:
- Develop an understanding of each SPX business unit and the SPX operating structures
- Collaborate with other departments to gather relevant financial data and ensure accurate and timely reports
- Support business by researching and providing financial insights and analysis
Continuous Improvement:
- Use process mapping and other techniques to document process flows and identify areas for process improvement
- Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes related to accounting and finance
- Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization
What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
- Minimum of 10-15 years of accounting experience in public and/or manufacturing accounting
- Proficient in US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley / internal controls
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Prior experience in and understanding of accounting for a manufacturing company
- SAP experienced preferred, but not required
- Cost accounting experience is a plus
- Effective organizational skills, including following up on his/her own needed actions
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel including data management
- OneStream and/or Hyperion experience a plus
- Adept problem-solving skills and analytical ability
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- CPA or MBA preferred
Travel & Working Environment
- Onsite office environment, 8am-5pm Monday - Friday
- The position may require working occasionally outside normal work hours
- Travel to Ontario Canada required
- ~20% travel anticipated
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
