The Global Filter Controller will report to the Director of Finance and will be based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Controller is a strategic leader entrusted with coordinating the Accounting and Finance functions. They play a pivotal role in Global Filter’s success by contributing exceptional leadership and professional development to the Accounting & Finance teams. The Controller will have a strong understanding of process and cost management, compliance and revenue recognition standards, execution of the monthly close process, general accounting best practices, effective strategies for implementing changes, superior leadership methods, and the Global Filter product portfolio.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated quick learner, highly organized and focused, with sufficient Accounting & Finance expertise and a strong bias for action. The candidate will possess a customer-centric mindset, financial control skills, sound communication skills, analytical skills, & the ability to adapt positively to changing business demands through problem solving. The Controller must also effectively collaborate with all levels of the organization and be comfortable presenting and utilizing video and/or phone conferencing tools.

• Management of accounting operations including credit, collections, billing, payables, cash disbursements, fixed assets, and general ledger entries
• Responsible for monthly closing procedures in local ERP system and global reporting system, including reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
• Respond to group and corporate requests for information in a timely manner
• Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts
• Responsible for accurate reporting of cost, including identification of variances related to purchased/received goods, overheads and operating costs
  • Determine root causes and make recommendations for improvements
• Collaborates with the operations teams to complete cycle counts and physical inventory processes
• Maintain Fixed Asset Ledgers
• Assist in the completion of certain governmental reporting (income tax, property tax, sales/use tax) as necessary
• Safeguard assets and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by maintaining a sound internal control environment while simultaneously driving efficiency throughout the organization
• Ensure adherence with FG policies and procedures, along with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Guides the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) geared towards driving operational efficiencies
• Ensures the accounting team is adhering to established standards, identifies gaps, and establishes countermeasures to close those gaps
• Develops and implements best practices in various key accounting practices
• Leads and supports training of team, including through our continuous education program, Global University
• Contributes to building a high-performance team that sets the standard for accountability through team development, performance management, and staffing
• Consistently available to staff; ensures work responsibilities are covered when not available
• Partners with internal teams to support projects associated with new or existing initiatives
• Demonstrate trust, bias for action, and entrepreneurship in daily activities and when communicating with other associates and departments
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for responding to questions from both internal and external customers
• Proficient at influencing others while demonstrating a confident and positive attitude
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills to lead resolution efforts focused on creating an exceptional quality for our customers
• Knowledge on GAAP is required; knowledge of Cost Accounting Principles is preferred
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter, take initiative to provide solutions in the absence of perfect data
• Must be able to adapt and work effectively with a variety of customers and changing situations
• Possess excellent organizational skills with very effective attention to detail
• Robust time management skills are essential
• Skilled at working within deadlines and prioritizing multiple projects with minimal supervision to meet changing business needs
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be committed to utilizing all available resources while striving for continuous improvement, both professionally and for business success
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office; specifically, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of teleconference tools

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required; or in absence of degree, eight (8) years of experience in accounting and/or finance related role is required
• Five (5) years of accounting and/or finance experience in a high-volume production manufacturing or distribution environment is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, ERP Systems, and various analytical tools is required
• Ideal candidate will possess public company or public accounting experience
• Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, with all levels of the organization is required
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with sound organizational skills
• Must be able to identify, hire, develop, and motivate individuals to grow team capabilities
• Willingness to work side-by-side with all levels of the team

Ideal Attributes

• Exceptional attitude!!
• Driven to succeed – creative, self-starter
• Trusting & supportive leader with ability to help the Global Filter team succeed
• Excellent problem-solving skills & entrepreneurial mindset
• Must be a strong team-player with the ability to work autonomously
• Strong Bias for Action! Willingness to take ownership of identifying & implementing solutions!
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills as well as ability to utilize appropriate e-mail and telephone etiquette
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize and prioritize

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Work flexible hours.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory, or environmental demands may be referenced to communicate the way this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Filtration Group will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.

Filtration Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all team members, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We believe the work we do and the mission we spread is at it’s best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.

More About Filtration Group

Filtration Group is on a mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive. With a passionate workforce, global footprint and world class engineering and manufacturing capabilities, we are driving innovation and developing solutions across a broad spectrum of applications in the fast-growing and rapidly-evolving global filtration industry. We are committed to maintaining an entrepreneurial culture built on a foundation of trust and in which our leaders exhibit a strong bias for action.

Global Filter is part of Filtration Group. Filtration Group is a global market-leading provider of filtration consumables that drives innovation and delivers solutions across a broad spectrum of applications and end-markets, with a focus on life sciences, indoor air quality, and industrial technologies.

The Company began in 2009 and has rapidly grown organically and through a thoughtful acquisition strategy to be a global leader in the highly attractive filtration industry. Filtration Group operates across a wide variety of attractive end markets and produces mission critical products with high replacement rates. Over 80 percent of the Company’s revenue comes from replacement / consumable products, many of which are specified into customer’s products or processes.

With a global workforce of nearly 10,000 dedicated team members and a footprint that spans 27 countries, we are committed to partnering closely with our customers to further our mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive.

Cultivating Talent and building strong Teams are critical to our success. We know that fulfilling our mission is only possible when we foster an entrepreneurial culture built on a foundation of trust, in which our leaders exhibit a strong bias for action. Join us as we build a truly remarkable company that will long outlast us!