Controller

Job DetailsJob Location: CLEVELAND, OH 44102   Job Title: Controller Reports to: President Location: Cleveland, Ohio Travel Required: No Level/Salary Range: Based on experience Position Type: Full-time FLSA Classification Exempt Applications Accepted By:   Job Description Summary: Alcon Industries is looking for a Controller to provide strategic, operational, and day-to-day leadership to the accounting and finance function at Alcon Industries while also providing top management with financial reports to facilitate proper decision-making in all areas of the business.     Role and Responsibilities             Responsible for establishing, coordinating, and maintaining sound accounting practices and procedures for the company.  Supervises general accounting, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions for the company.  Provide monthly financial and operational reporting to top management as assigned and suggest areas of improvement in the operations to better the company. Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation. Oversees preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets. Administer the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards. Responsible for tax planning throughout the fiscal year; files annual corporate tax return. Supervises Alcon’s accounting systems and vendor functions. Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit. Presents recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies. Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field required. Minimum of three years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.   Incumbent must have strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. Must be able to establish and maintain a strong rapport and positive relationships with all levels of staff.  Must be strategic in his/her orientation, proactive, persistent, and able to handle multiple projects and customers simultaneously, as well as work within a very fast-paced, team environment. Proven working experience in the accounting field. Ability to manipulate large amounts of data. Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations High attention to detail and accuracy.    Alcon Industries, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.       Qualifications