U.S. Controller

Kaz is a fast-growing, global distributor and marketer of durable health care and home environment products principally under the Vicks, Braun and Honeywell brand names.  Kaz is the leader in the humidification, thermometer and hot/cold therapy categories and also participates in the air purification, fan, heater and lawn & garden categories.  Kaz’ products are largely distributed through mass merchandisers and drug stores.  For more information on Kaz, visit www.kaz.com.

U.S. Controller

The U.S. Controller will provide leadership over the controllership functions of the U.S. and North American commercial businesses while contributing expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.  Direct reports include Accounting Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager, Payroll Manager and Accounts Payable Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a world-class professional controllership team driven by high standards and accountable to performance metrics


• Deliver quality financial reports and business performance analysis that are relevant in managing the profitability goals of the organization


• Improve the integrity of the underlying financial data by ensuring that all financial transactions are captured efficiently, accurately, and timely


• Manage the annual audit within time and budget constraints, and effectively liaise with external auditors and other specialist firms


• Improve the efficiency of the finance operations by removing non-value-added work and leveraging technology


• Develop, implement, and maintain a program of internal controls similar to the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley


• Coordinate the preparation of periodic income tax provisions with both internal and external resources


• Ensure that all tax returns within the region are filed accurately and within the prescribed timelines


• Assume the role of project leader on cross-functional teams focused on improving various aspects of the business


• Provide direct support to the Global Controller on worldwide Finance initiatives

Requirements:

• Hands-on leader who can quickly establish credibility throughout the organization


• High ethical standards


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Able to breakdown complex situations into manageable components


• Minimum of 5 years in a national or large regional public accounting firm


• Minimum of 5 years as a controller with similar responsibilities


• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting


• Certified Public Accountant


• Experience in the consumer goods industry with exposure to large retailers


• Working experience with Oracle Financials or similar large-scale ERP system


• Sarbanes-Oxley implementation experience

In order to be considered for this position, please submit resume with cover letter and salary requirements.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.