Regional Controller

$150,000 - $175,000/Yr

Targus - Anaheim, CA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Anaheim, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Regional Controller for Targus will oversee the accounting operations for the Americas, ensuring financial stability and integrity. This role involves strategic decision-making, managing accounting processes, and producing financial reports while adhering to GAAP standards. The Controller will also play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and enhancing the accuracy of financial results, contributing to the overall efficiency of financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements following GAAP standards.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports for senior management.
• Identify and communicate economic trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenue and expenses.
• Manage all aspects of the organization's accounting processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Oversee payroll process to ensure data accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with overall organization policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain internal control systems to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Identify areas of improvement in the accounting process and make appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve financial operations' overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Guide complex transactions, including review of contracts before execution.
• Assist in evaluating the financial impact of business initiatives and investments and contribute to long-term financial planning and growth strategies.
• Play a vital role in employee recruitment, hiring, training, and retention in the accounting department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or related field.
• 5+ years as a Controller or in a similar financial leadership role.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP principles and regulations.
• Experience in budgeting and forecasting.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong competency in Excel and extensive experience working within ERP systems (MS D365 a plus).
• Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal controls (SOX) with general accounting experience (account reconciliations, journal entries, etc.).
• The ability to work with new technology and software tools to enhance our ability to deliver information in a real time environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience with database systems is a definite plus.

Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance