Regional Controller

Regional Controller

The Zeno North America Controller is a high profile and challenging position interacting with staff and leaders from various departments, both regionally and internationally within Zeno and Daniel J. Edelman Holdings, Inc. ("DJEH"). The candidate must be well organized, forward-thinking, and possess excellent communication and analytical skills in addition to in-depth knowledge of accounting, internal controls, financial systems, foreign currency concepts and practices on a regional and global scale. The position reports dually to the Zeno CFO and the DJEH Controller.

Accounting, Financial Reporting and Controls

• Monitor and support accounting operations for Zeno entities in North America.
• Partner with DJEH Finance team in North America and globally, as required, for AP, billing, tax, treasury, AR and contracts to ensure accuracy of financial reporting.
• Coordinate the monthly financial close process and preparation of financial reporting packages, including revenue, journal entries, account reconciliation and analysis.
• Review and provide guidance on multi-book ledgers within the global financial system, where applicable, including US GAAP and statutory reporting for accounting and tax.
• Ensure balance sheet account reconciliations for the markets and regional are completed and reviewed on a monthly or quarterly basis. Ensure reconciling items are cleared appropriately.
• Plan and conduct quarterly balance sheet review meetings with the Zeno CFO which also covers compliance with the various financial system exception reporting. This includes review of all accounts and any accounts designated with additional reporting requirements (i.e. client deposits, unbilled AR, WIP). Ensure balance sheet accounts are supported by proper documentation / information.
• Ensure compliance with DJEH policies and procedures including the review and submission of quarterly checklists.
• Ensure the analyses of accounting information and preparation of financial statements and reports are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Work closely with regional senior management and the Internal Audit and Compliance department to implement and maintain strong internal controls.
• Provide guidance and support as needed for the annual external audits and filing requirements.
• Assist with M&A activity, including due diligence and accounting for acquisitions.
• Assist with the roll out of financial systems in the region.

Financial Management, Planning & Analysis

People Development and Leadership

Qualifications

$112,000 - $160,000 a year