Mettler-Toledo, LLC is a global supplier of precision instruments with sales and service locations in 37 countries. The Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection Group, consisting of CI-Vision, Hi-Speed and Safeline, is the world's leading supplier of in-line checkweighers, metal detectors, machine vision systems and x-ray inspection systems. We believe employees are the lifeblood of our company. As we thrive on quality and initiative, we work together in a fast-paced environment striving towards common goals and open to innovation and success. We'd love for you to become part of our growing team!
Role/Purpose:
The PIUS- MO Business Area Controller is responsible for supporting the PIUS and Eagle MO organizations, Head of Finance, PIUS-MO Sr. Staff, and Eagle General Manager for all financial aspects related to operations. This generally includes key areas of:
Budgeting and Planning
Supporting End-to-End MO business processes
Internal Controls and Processes for compliance with SOX
Financial Reporting - Group reporting and Management reports
Financial Reporting - Compliance with GAAP and SEC Rules
Overseeing the Accounts Receivable Function
Working Capital Management - MO Inventory
Bonus management - MO
Compiling and Presenting Financial Results and KPIs
Acquisitions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The MO Business Area Controller role is responsible for supporting the PIUS Head of Finance and the MO GMs and Sr. Staffs in the areas of accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, financial planning and analysis, business processes, bonus management, and working capital. Experience with SAP and Business Intelligence is preferred.
In addition, the MO Business Area Controller will be assigned to special projects supporting the finance and operations teams.
The MO Business Area Controller should maximize financial performance by efficiently and proactively leading (and/or serving as) the following:
- Supports compliance with Global Controllers Manual and SOX
- Active participation in the financial planning and budgeting processes
- Plays lead role in MO audit activities both internally and externally.
- Performs key controls related to MO financial statements and critical business processes.
- Leads revenue recognition monitoring, review, and accounting as well as ensuring key controls are performed and disclosures are submitted timely and accurately.
- Ensures monthly employee and rep commissions are accrued and paid on a monthly basis.
- Proficient with the MO general ledger and reporting systems (SAP, Hyperion, and BI) as a basis for preparing financial reports and analysis, including a solid understanding of accounting principles.
- Proactively analyze financial trends (e.g. order entry, sales, margin, expenses, and operating profit) and support Senior Management with identifying and implementing strategic initiatives to improve (cost control, margins, restructuring, etc.).
- Support improved working capital initiatives such as Accounts Receivable, past dues, cash receipts, and customer credits.
- Proactively identify and/or implement process improvements within the Finance team to increase productivity.
- Support acquisitions including valuation, due diligence, and integration as needed.
- Lead special projects as identified by the Head of Finance and MO Management teams.