Global Corporate Controller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Company Description
Syneron-Candela was acquired by Apax Partners, a leading global private equity advisory firm. This acquisition is a strong recognition of Syneron Candela leadership in the aesthetic medical device market, its leading world-class technology and unique global footprint. These exceptional assets are a result of the many years of hard work of our skillful and dedicated employees all over the world.
We are confident that Apax will add significant value and expertise as Syneron Candela executes on its growth strategy while delivering innovative technologies to our customers and patients. We are looking forward to this partnership to continue its strong growth trajectory, and to seeing the even greater benefits it can deliver for customers and patients.
Syneron Candela offers an exciting work environment, with colleagues who are committed to excellence and innovation. Syneron Candela is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and offers competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including Medical and Dental coverage, company sponsored Life Insurance and AD&D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement and 401(k) with employer match
Job Description
The Company
Syneron Candela is a global company that develops and manufactures aesthetic products, services and systems with three primary Global Business Units focused on hair removal, body and facial/women's products that are sold primarily to plastic surgeons, dermatologists and spas. Syneron Candela employs approximately 800 employees with major R&D and manufacturing facilities located in the United States and Israel. APAX, a private equity company, took the company private in July 2017
General Summary
We seek a motivated, proactive, hands-on individual with requisite technical accounting and finance skills able to function as a business finance leader that can translate, execute, and communicate financial and operational strategies. The Corporate Controller will work with our Chief Financial Officer and international finance teams to shape, grow and integrate the financial operations into a seamless global financial operations team. The Corporate Controller will build and enhance a strong internal control structure in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment and

• lead the Company's accounting function
• direct all the Corporation's financial reporting activities
• be responsible for the corporate financial statement consolidation
• prepare and report all internal and external financial statements and
• ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal financial policies

Reporting Relationships
The Global Corporate Controller will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and will work directly with FP&A, Global Tax & Treasury, and General Counsel teams located in the North American, EMEA, and APAC regions. This role will build partnerships across the organization and externally that will lead to the highest collaboration and effectiveness levels. Specifically, the Controller's group will partner with the FP&A team to ensure accurate reported results and forecasts and provide management with timely financial information for effective strategic decision making and assist in developing presentations for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors
This position will have a staff of approximately 8 professionals.
Essential Job Functions
Technical Knowledge -Thoroughly versed in GAAP, maintaining expert level knowledge for relevant current technical accounting matters, implement new accounting standards, and ensure compliance with existing GAAP / SEC reporting standards. A strong background is required in non-routine and complex transactions and the ability to provide accounting guidance on wide ranging business activities including due diligence on proposed acquisitions, dispositions, impairments, and reorganizations
Processes, systems, policies, and procedures - Anticipate, develop, and maintain robust, scalable global accounting capabilities to support the company's global growth with a particular focus on continuous improvement. Lead the global financial reporting process, including:

• Consolidating the monthly, quarterly, and annual global financial statement results
• Applying lean concepts and best practices to establish globally consistent processes and significantly shorten the monthly close process
• Effectively utilizing the ERP system to produce higher quality and more timely reporting
• Preparing US GAAP based financial statements for external constituents, internal financial management and ad hoc reports for senior management
• Supporting financial analysis of all monthly financial reporting from all global sites
• Coordinating the external financial statement audit

Controls and Compliance - Work with the Chief Financial Officer to establish and enhance internal controls associated with producing accurate and complete financial information. Ensure global compliance with US GAAP, company policies, FDA, and other applicable standards. Assess financial systems and process enhancements and drive improvements throughout the accounting organization. Establish, monitor, refine, and enforce policies, procedures, and internal controls to guide financial decisions and protect Company assets.
Leadership - Directs all tasks and controls, motivates, mentors, and leads team members in executing those tasks. Coaches and provides timely feedback, career development plans, and annual performance evaluations. This position requires independent thinking and strong technical skills. This position will make decisions regarding monthly site financial reporting analysis and on the proper US GAAP recording/reporting for all local transactions. This person must be a persuasive communicator.
Qualifications

• CPA with Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, Business Administration or Finance with an Accounting emphasis preferred
• 10+ years combined Big 4 or National public accounting and large multinational company experience in an environment with strong global accounting knowledge / experience including at least 3 years managing a global team and preferably in a life science company
• Extensive US GAAP accounting and reporting knowledge plus exposure to IFRS and statutory reporting issues
• Knowledge and experience with SOX 404 procedures and controls
• Experience with an integrated ERP system, preferably Oracle
• Strong leadership, strategic, and critical thinking skills along with solid business acumen
• Ability to develop, modify, and execute company policies that affect operations and potentially impact other functional groups
• Ability to succinctly communicate in writing, effectively interact with, and explain complex accounting issues in straightforward language to senior management in finance and the business
• Ability to independently and simultaneously lead multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly and concisely interface with key stakeholder at all levels throughout the organization including the Board of Directors, Executive Leadership Team, and disparate site employees
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial with strong multi-tasking skills; organized and attentive to details

Qualifications
Qualifications

• CPA with Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, Business Administration or Finance with an Accounting emphasis preferred
• 10+ years combined Big 4 or National public accounting and large multinational company experience in an environment with strong global accounting knowledge / experience including at least 3 years managing a global team and preferably in a life science company
• Extensive US GAAP accounting and reporting knowledge plus exposure to IFRS and statutory reporting issues
• Knowledge and experience with SOX 404 procedures and controls
• Experience with an integrated ERP system, preferably Oracle
• Strong leadership, strategic, and critical thinking skills along with solid business acumen
• Ability to develop, modify, and execute company policies that affect operations and potentially impact other functional groups
• Ability to succinctly communicate in writing, effectively interact with, and explain complex accounting issues in straightforward language to senior management in finance and the business
• Ability to independently and simultaneously lead multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to clearly and concisely interface with key stakeholder at all levels throughout the organization including the Board of Directors, Executive Leadership Team, and disparate site employees
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial with strong multi-tasking skills; organized and attentive to details

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.