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Business Unit Controller

fortunebrandsDeerfield, IL

💰 $95,000 – $145,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Global Water Business Unit Controller leading accounting functions across international brands and geographically distributed teams with strategic partnership responsibilities.

Skills & Keywords

GAAP reportingFinancial controlsAccounting leadershipSEC compliance

RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct and oversee all aspects of the accounting and controllership functions for the global Water business unit.
Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end GAAP and statutory reporting processes, including required SEC disclosures.
Serve as a strategic accounting partner to the business, providing guidance on new business strategies, transactions, and growth initiatives.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and Fortune Brands accounting policies, maintaining strong internal controls across the organization.
Act as the primary liaison with internal and external auditors; ensure timely resolution and implementation of audit findings and recommendations.
Ensure all transactions, assets, and liabilities are properly recorded and stated.
Establish effective communication and collaboration across a global, international accounting organization, leveraging shared services and global resources.
Ensure timely statutory filings and regulatory compliance across international entities.
Oversee and continuously improve month-end close processes to drive efficiency while maintaining accuracy and control integrity.
Provide accounting leadership and support for mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic initiatives.
Maintain deep technical accounting expertise by staying current on newly issued and emerging accounting standards and regulations.
Provide post-implementation ownership of enterprise financial systems, including governance, optimization, and continuous process improvement.
Align accounting responsibilities within the Water business under a cohesive controllership model.
Recruit, coach, develop, and retain a diverse, high-performing global accounting team, building strong succession and capability for the future.