Senior Manager of Finance Governance

Overview ...
The
Senior Manager of Finance Governance & Controls
will manage the controls and compliance management program for JBT Marel in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and JBT Marel standards. They are responsible for the global RCM, and owner of the global RCM tool (Workiva). This role supports the Accounting CoE and BU finance to ensure the proper design and implementation of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), and the finance and IT teams in ensuring the proper design and implementation of controls over key IT systems. This person will actively participate in and lead elements of the finance integration efforts for SOX readiness and adherence to JBT Marel standard policies and procedures for new acquisitions, including the current acquisition of Marel. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SOX compliance across both business and IT processes, exposure to SOX implementations, strong knowledge of US GAAP and accounting requirements, and risk management.

The Opportunity ...
Responsibilities
Finance Governance & Controls:

• Owner of the global RCM, ensuring standard key controls are sufficiently identified, designed and implemented globally to address risks across the company, including the annual risk assessment of controls to the business units.
• Identify and assess risks related to financial reporting and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor the completion of key controls and adherence to JBT Marel standards and pro-actively develop remediation plans where gaps are identified.
• Support the Accounting CoE and BU finance to remediate control and audit findings.
• Monitor and report on the status of remediation efforts for identified control deficiencies.
• Evaluate identified control findings to determine potential magnitude and severity both individually and in the aggregate, working directly with auditors to conclude on the effectiveness of the control environment.
• Work directly with the accounting and finance organizations across JBT to ensure SOX readiness (e.g., mid-tier sites not used to audit rigor, new acquisitions coming into a SOX environment).
• Challenge processes and identify opportunities to simplify, streamline, standardize and automate key controls across both business and IT processes.
• Participate in the SOX environment for IT systems integrations. Ensuring sufficient GITC's are in place, business process controls are properly designed and implemented, and underlying reports are properly identified and tested.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and the accounting and finance organizations on SOX business process and IT audits, and monitor and report on status and conclusions (primary external audit management by IA)

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of compliance efforts.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Actively participate in and lead trainings across JBT, including new acquisitions, providing necessary insight and education on compliance and governance related topics.
• Effectively lead controls related RCI (Relentless Continued Improvement) initiatives and drive the implementation of the enhancements or changes.

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant certifications preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in SOX compliance, auditing, or accounting in a SOX environment, with atleast 2 years of experience in a leadership/people management role.
• Proven track record of managing and leading finance teams within a SOX environment.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company is preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of SOX regulations and internal control frameworks as well as US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Pro-active mindset in seeking out ways to support the business and enhance control environment.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, including proven ability to lead teams without authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SOX compliance software.

Why work at JBT ...
We are excited to meet individuals who are enthusiastic about making things happen, take personal responsibility and appreciate seeing the direct results of their work in the final product. We are a fast-growing company and offer our top teams a diverse and challenging range of tasks in a respectful corporate culture. Your contributions matter are appreciated and have a significant impact Join us and be part of our team

• Competitive compensation package
• The ability to work in an established international and fast-growing company with great opportunities for personal development
• A work environment where we value individual initiatives
• Continuous development and improvement, and always together as a team

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status
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