Sears Home Services (SHS) Controller (REMOTE)

Employment Category

Regular, Full-time

Travel Requirements

Limited (5-15%)

Responsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Directs day to day operations of all accounting processes for P&L, balance sheet, and related reconciliations for the Sears Home Services business
• Supports the Business Controller, Transform by managing the daily execution of the revenue recognition process for the Sears Home Services business; Ensures timely and accurate recording of cost of sales and monitor operating expenses to maintain budget compliance within the Sears Home Services business unit
• Drives operational excellence for business financial processes and continuously improve processes, controls, and scalability across the Sears Home Services business
• Performs in-depth financial analysis for P&L and Balance Sheet, including variance analysis and trend analysis, to provide relevant insights to senior management on a timely basis
• Effectively communicates financial results and insights to the Business Controller, Transform and other key stakeholders within the organization
• Manages relationships with key internal stakeholders, coordinating audit activities, and ensuring efficient and successful audit processes
• Prepares and reviews various journal entries related to the month end close process for the Sears Home Services business
• Supports special projects and business initiatives as needed
• Performs supervisory functions, including but not limited to, making employment decisions regarding hiring, promoting, demoting and terminating, conducting performance appraisals and coaching and developing associates

REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Minimum 8 years of progressive Accounting and Controllership experience with at least 2 years as a Controller of a business unit or Assistant Controller in large or medium sized public and private companies across diverse sectors (services, retail, technology, manufacturing, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral with all levels and functions within the organization
• Track record of leading teams (~up to 5 headcount)
• Track record of partnering effectively with different levels in the organization (Operations, Divisional Finance)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Analytical mindset and a track record of making data-driven decisions
• High degree of integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices
• Must have Netsuite ERP experience

PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Public accounting experience / CPA a plus
 

Job Function

Finance/Accounting

Years Experience

5 - 10 Years Experience

Country

United States

Location City

HOFFMAN ESTATES

Work-In City

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