Controller
Round Rock, TX
Full Time
Experienced
SUMMARY:
Direct the financial functions of TECO Holdings North and South American companies and others, as assigned, including accounting, tax, financial planning, and control. Ensure compliance of the accounting books and records with GAAP, FASB, IRS, and Revenue Canada rules and regulations. Ensure compliance with all parent company financial information requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position requires daily contact with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse internal customers and vendors.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university; and ten years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Post Graduate Degree desired but not required. A thorough knowledge of accounting and financial planning techniques and procedures, as well as complete knowledge of basic accounting theory. 10 years in a financial management position. 5 years in general accounting, payrolls, and statement closing and general ledgers in an exempt or management position. 5 years in cost and inventory control in an exempt or management position. 5 years in profit and financial planning in an exempt or management position.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPA required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Read, write, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages. Apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
REASONING ABILITY:
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage multiple subordinate managers who supervise multiple employees in several departments. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER
TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company's (TWMC) Management reserves the right to revise, change, or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment, and neither the incumbent or TECOWestinghouse may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
Direct the financial functions of TECO Holdings North and South American companies and others, as assigned, including accounting, tax, financial planning, and control. Ensure compliance of the accounting books and records with GAAP, FASB, IRS, and Revenue Canada rules and regulations. Ensure compliance with all parent company financial information requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct the accounting function in accordance with IFRS rules. Produce financial statements that accurately reflect the financial condition of the business. Coordinate an annual examination by external auditors chosen by the Board of Directors.
- Direct and coordinate the annual profit plan and establish the systems and controls necessary to follow, measure, and report actual operations results versus planned results.
- Prepare balance sheet and cash flow forecasts for TECO Holdings North & South American companies.
- Develop and maintain adequate internal control systems to prevent losses due to employee malfeasance.
- Analyze and make recommendations on operating performance, suggested or planned changes in operations, and levels of expenses relative to levels of sales.
- Maintain relationships with other departments, owners, customers, bankers, and suppliers. Keep abreast of current techniques for measuring, controlling, and influencing all phases of the operations.
- Select, train, and develop high-potential direct report financial personnel. Plan and schedule workload and assign work. Maintain the morale of subordinates. Review the performance of subordinates. Recommend wage or salary adjustments.
- Recommend budgets and control expenditures. Report results and unusual situations to the CFO.
- Direct and coordinate the mechanization of accounting areas and assist the systems department in the implementation.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug-free workplace is required.
- Compliance with all Company policies is required, including adherence to Company ISO 9001 Standards and compliance with Company Affirmative Action Plan, Company Safety procedures and TECOWestinghouse's Business Ethics Policy.
- Incorporate the Standards of Excellence as outlined by TECO-Westinghouse (Pride, Desire, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Follow-through) into daily activities to create a Total Quality environment through personal commitment to excellence.
- Perform other functions as required (non-essential functions).
The position requires daily contact with all levels of TECO-Westinghouse internal customers and vendors.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university; and ten years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Post Graduate Degree desired but not required. A thorough knowledge of accounting and financial planning techniques and procedures, as well as complete knowledge of basic accounting theory. 10 years in a financial management position. 5 years in general accounting, payrolls, and statement closing and general ledgers in an exempt or management position. 5 years in cost and inventory control in an exempt or management position. 5 years in profit and financial planning in an exempt or management position.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPA required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of budget control methods, fiscal policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to financial operations of Workforce Solutions contracts.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Manual for Grants and Contracts (FMGC) required. Knowledge of effective management techniques and practices to include planning and strategy development and implementation, assessment of outcomes and accountability.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, technology, and computer skills. Exceptional customer service, interpersonal skills, and leadership skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, organizational skills, and detail oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and update procedures and coordinate accounting operations, to interpret laws and regulations and apply advanced accounting theory.
- Ability to provide strategic direction and establish business objectives.
Read, write, analyze, and interpret financial reports and legal documents. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages. Apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
REASONING ABILITY:
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage multiple subordinate managers who supervise multiple employees in several departments. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
MANAGEMENT DISCLAIMER
TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company's (TWMC) Management reserves the right to revise, change, or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment, and neither the incumbent or TECOWestinghouse may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.
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