Director of Accounting & Finance / Corporate Controller

Job description

Shaping Financial Strategy. Enabling Business Performance — Join our team as our next **DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING & FINANCE / CORPORATE CONTROLLER** in this onsite / in-person role based in Austin, Texas. We are seeking a hands-on, strategic leader to oversee the company’s global financial management and lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounting and Finance department for post-M&A **Velocity Electronics.** Enjoy the ability to truly impact and drive the Velocity business while being part of a leading global organization (Jabil) offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. This Director will collaborate cross-functionally and cross-organizationally to plan, implement, manage, and control all finance-related activities of the company, while providing strategic leadership across the organization. The role is responsible for directing and overseeing the Finance & Accounting functions, with full accountability for accounting operations, financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, treasury, tax, audit, and inventory control. **What can you expect to do?** - **US GAAP & Financial Reporting:**Lead general accounting activities in accordance with US GAAP, including oversight of day-to-day operations, consolidation and preparation of global and regional financial statements, analysis of financial results, and development and implementation of accounting policies. - **Operational Accounting Leadership:**Lead key operational accounting functions, including credit, collections, payroll, accounts payable, etc. - **Broad Collaboration:**Collaborate across functions, regions, and the broader Jabil organization to drive alignment and support achievement of company objectives. - **Audit & Tax Compliance:**Manage financial statement audits and ensure full compliance with tax requirements, in partnership with corporate functions. - **Internal Controls & Compliance:**Ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard company assets, maintain compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations. - **Systems & Process Enablement:**Partner cross-functionally to ensure the effectiveness of technology tools that support the Accounting and Finance functions. - **Cash Management:**Actively manage cash position and cash forecasting to ensure efficient and value-accretive use of company resources. - **Strategic Financial Advisory:**Advise senior management on the financial implications of business and regulatory activities and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance and business opportunities. - **Leadership & Talent Development:**Lead, coach, and mentor managers and staff to build a high-performing finance organization. - **Strategic Planning:**Lead the development and ongoing evaluation of short- and long-term strategic financial objectives. - **Budgeting & Forecasting:**Manage financial forecasting and budgeting processes to support business planning and decision-making. **What is the experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this role?** - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, advanced degree preferred; active CPA license required - 10+ years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience in a multinational enterprise managing a geographically dispersed team - Expert knowledge of US GAAP, consolidations and intercompany accounting structures and processes - Strong experience with ERP systems; Velocity is on a custom-built ERP with manual integrations and plans to ultimately integrate into SAP - Strong ability to see the big picture without losing sight of relevant details and effectively communicate both with / to all levels of the organization - Proven ability to streamline, optimize, and improve financial processes - Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make supportable decisions - Strong capability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines **Benefits Package** Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes: - Competitive Base Salary - Annual Bonus - Long Term Incentive - Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options - 401K Match - Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Paid Time Off - Tuition Reimbursement - Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance - Commuter Benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Pet Insurance - Adoption Assistance - Community Volunteer Opportunities **This is an onsite position based in Austin,** , placing you at the center of where global collaboration meets operational excellence.