Director, Corporate Controller

Position:  Director, Corporate Controller

Department: Finance

Reports To: Pierre-Henri Tiba

Salary Type: Exempt

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US.

Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health. 

Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet’s resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

Position Summary:

The Director, Corporate Controller, is a key member of the Finance team, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role is responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining strong internal controls and compliance. The Director will oversee the accounting team and support the CFO in driving process improvements and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

· Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets

· Ensure regular preparation and reviews of account reconciliations; prepare financial analyses as needed.

· Ensure timely and accurate monthly close

Financial Reporting & Compliance

· Manage relationships with external auditors, including oversight and coordination of the annual audits

· Lead timely reviews of the monthly financials including detailed P&L and balance sheet reviews

· Oversee the preparation and submission of the quarterly financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS

Internal Controls & Compliance

· Design and monitor internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity

· Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP.

· Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive oversight and analysis

Other Support

· Support the CFO with cash / treasury management and banking relationships · Ensure timely and accurate income and other tax filings as well as any local or federal governmental reporting,

· Support the insurance renewal process as needed

· Support other projects and priorities as assigned by the CFO

Team Leadership & Development

· Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

· Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required

· Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

· Experience with accounting systems (JD Edwards or similar ERP preferred).

· 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.

· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in manufacturing or similar industry.

· Experience supporting audits and preparing financial statements.

· Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting staff.

· Experience with process improvement and system implementations.

Additional Information

· This role supports the company’s environmental and social responsibility initiatives.

· Occasional overtime may be required during month-end and year-