Global Corporate Controller

Lead the Global Accounting Organization through developing a robust, sustainable accounting function globally that conforms to generally accepted accounting principles and SEC requirements, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence and in line with overall Franklin Electric guidelines through integration of standard processes.

Facilitates strong business partnership, team-oriented culture within global accounting organization

Drives Development of Global Accounting team with continuous improvement mindset that supports corporate growth strategy

Responsible for complete, accurate and timely financial reporting, both internal and external

Maintain the company's overall system of accounts, books and records on all company transactions and assets.

Identify and mitigate financial risk. Design, implement and monitor internal control frameworks.

Collaborates with global financial organization to drive global strategy with sustainable accounting policies and procedures with that adhere to US GAAP

Create Global Centers of Excellence for our accounting processes including monthly closing and reconciliation processes. Maintains a system of controls over accounting transactions. Drive meaningful accounting process transformation and automation.

Hard-working winners - Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.

Dedicated achievers - People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

Effective communicators - People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.

Collaborative partner - People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field (required).

15+ years of strong and broad experience in accounting and ability to apply GAAP knowledge to business scenarios across a global matrixed organization.

Prior Global Controller experience (required).

Prior experience with SEC reporting/public company accounting (required).

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (required).

Public Accounting experience is highly desirable

Master of Business Administration degree (preferred).