Controller - Process Improvement

About Us:

Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Store’s across the country. 

About the Role:

Month End:

• Primarily responsible for accurate and timely accounting for the US Market. Also, supporting Mexico and Canada on an as needed basis.

• Delivery of P+L and provide understanding of performance drivers to market Finance teams, being able to highlight key movements, supported by further analysis.

• Delivery of reporting & KPIs in line with the Finance Center of Excellence (FCoE) / Market Service Level Agreement.

• Working with Finance leadership to drive transformation of processes and policies.

• Involved in the implementation of upgrade to SAP S4 HANA.

• Safeguard Dyson financials via application of accounting policies and guidelines.

• Review of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring high quality is maintained.

• Review and accountability for monthly cash flow forecast submission, being able to communicate key drivers and any subsequent variances.

• Lead quarterly Balance Sheet review with key internal stakeholders highlighting risks, opportunities and areas of focus.

• Complete and update the Customer Board Pack commentary and metrics, ensuring it is relevant and informative to drive valuable discussion.

• Hold subject matter expertise.

Statutory Requirements:

• Own the local relationship with 3rd party provider and ensure excellent service is delivered to Dyson and its markets

• Ensure the annual Statutory Accounts, annual Tax submission and any local tax requirements are prepared and submitted in line with deadlines.

• Oversee year end external audit requirements.

Coordination:

• Be the link between all global business service areas and the market.

• Coordinate any changes impacting markets and communicate what these changes are, how they will impact stakeholders and any future requirements.

Relationships:

• Partnering with the Director of Financial Control Americas, delivering a best-in-class Financial Operations service.

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in the markets (Commercial Finance teams).

• Line management of Senior Accountant and Tax & Accounting Manager, coaching and stretching to fulfill their potential, supporting career development.

Knowledge:

• Ensure knowledge of markets and the wider Dyson business is current, keeping up with any changes across the business.

Other:

• Work at the same pace as Dyson, understanding any changes impacting FCoE and effectively addressing / embedding them in a timely manner.

• Fulfill any other ad hoc responsibilities as directed by the Director of Financial Control Americas or CFO Americas.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required 

• 7+ years’ experience in accounting required, with at least 5 years in a management/leadership role

• Experience with SAP preferred

• Experience with continuous process improvement within accounting and finance

• Industry knowledge a huge plus, including inventory management, rebates and promotions

• Prior experience in month-end close and project management

• Excellent communication skills

• Experience of coaching and stakeholder management

• Ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive approach with great problem-solving skills

• Highly motivated to achieve results

• Proactively highlights and progresses solutions for issues identified

• Good team player: capable of working effectively with finance and non-finance managers

• CPA or MBA preferred 

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 annually plus bonus