Division Controller - Eds/Coastal

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the monthly accounting and close processes for the largest Group within Heritage Distribution (over $300 million dollar revenue) than spans across several locations.
• Help ensure data integrity and efficient utilization of the current ERP data system, Epicor Eclipse. Support ERP implementations at newly acquired businesses, if applicable.
• Facilitate reductions in the time to close the books with a target of closing within three business days after the end of the month.
• Develop a formal monthly account reconciliation process and support software implementation for dashboarding status and results.
• Responsible for supporting the annual audit, and providing information to external auditors.
• Develop rigorous and effective financial control processes. Assist in the design and documentation of internal accounting policies and governance procedures. Ensure the business maintains and enforces technical compliance to IFRS and US GAAP standards, as appropriate.
• Support the integration strategy of the business. Help transition to having robust systems and procedures on par with the best public companies.
• Work with leadership to integrate various organizations, policies and procedures and cultures into a cohesive organization. Ensure a culture that stresses ethics, integrity, and thoughtful governance within the department.
• Manage ad-hoc analyses and special projects as requested by the CFO and Corporate Controller.

DESIRED OUTCOMES

The Controller must be a proven results-oriented leader who can help drive the business through a period of significant growth and transformation. The successful candidate will focus on enhancing the accounting function and developing robust processes and controls that support an environment of accelerated growth. The position will lead a small team of accountants and will have the opportunities to work directly with the local Leadership team. This high-visibility role will be well positioned to take on increasing leadership and responsibility as the business continues to grow.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

CPA and experience in both public accounting and industry is strongly desired.

• Ideally, the candidate will have audit experience in an accounting firm and experience working in the accounting department of a multi-national corporation with an established track record of increasing job responsibilities. Experience in a Distribution business is desired but not a requirement. Experience with IFRS reporting is highly desirable.

Development of Internal Control Environment and Audit support

• Experience developing / improving Internal Controls and Accounting policies / procedures. Proven track record of process improvement. Experience playing a key client role in the audit process.

CRITICAL LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Deep expertise in Accounting and Controllership

• Proven track record of successfully executing large projects on-time. Demonstrated ability to make tangible improvements to internal processes and the control environment.

Problem Solving & Analytical Orientation

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills that are used to identify and mitigate areas of potential risk.
• Able to take “deep dive” into the details of the business while staying focused on the big picture.
• Takes a systematic, structured view of situations, deconstructing them into their fundamental elements. Insists on proof in data and peels back layers to understand root causes.

Results Driven

• Experience working independently to prioritize work and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to influence cross-functional groups and drive execution while working in a supporting role.
• Driven to exceed personal and team goals, is always looking to incrementally improve processes and analyses.

Strong project management and influencing skills

• Proven track record of successfully executing large projects on-time. Demonstrated ability to make tangible improvements to internal processes and the control environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and inspire teams to drive change in an environment where many processes have remained static for many years.
• High levels of intellectual curiosity and demonstrated desire to learn and grow professionally.

OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Hard-working, goal-oriented, and productive. Highly organized and detail oriented. Must be accustomed to “rolling up his/her sleeves”.
• Enjoys a fast-paced, high-growth/high-change environment but knows how to be a steady influence. Focused on self-improvement and professional development.
• Highly articulate and able to convey important messages in a clear and compelling manner. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills who can work hands-on with acquired companies to integrate successfully into the business.

Company Summary

Heritage Distribution Holdings is Headquartered in the Sandy Springs (Atlanta, GA) area. An experienced leadership team, CEO, CHRO, and CFO, work from this location. This high-visibility role will play a critical role in driving best-in-class controllership and accounting practices across the rapidly growing organization. This position will report directly to the Corporate Controller.

CEO: Alex Averitt https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexaveritt/

CFO: Scott Page CPA, CFA, CMA https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmichaelpage/

CHRO: Brian Sasadu https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjsasadu/

The business is expected to grow significantly in 2024 and beyond through both organic growth and M&A initiatives. The business is well positioned to be the fastest growing and most profitable business in the US market. The business is targeted to grow to over $1 Billion of revenues by the end of 2024 and this role provides an excellent opportunity for significant personal and professional growth supporting the continued expansion of the business.

About Beijer Ref

The Group is based in Sweden and generates over $2 Billion USD in annual revenue and employs approximately 4,500 employees across 70 subsidiaries in 42 countries. Its group of companies provide a wide range of products to customers all over a large proportion of the world. The products supplied cover the fields of commercial refrigeration, industrial refrigeration, air conditioning and heating. Beijer Ref is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Beijer Ref has undergone massive expansion over the last 20 years creating dominant positions across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.