Controller

Primary 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 Davies finance team
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
• Lead the closing process related to monthly and year-end cycles to ensure Corporate policies, procedures and deadlines are met
• Cook up 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
• Cook up 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

Education, Skills & Relevant Work Experience

• 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
• 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

Key Leadership Competencies

• 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