Dover

Controller

Posted on: 6 Apr 2021

Grand Terrace, CA

Job Description

Company Overview:

PSG is a global leader in the manufacture of pumps, systems and related flow-control solutions for the safe, efficient and reliable transfer of critical and valuable materials. PSG features world-class pump brands Wilden, Blackmer, Neptune, Almatec, Mouvex, Griswold, Finder, Ebsray and Quattroflow committed to servicing key vertical markets that include Hygienic, Water, Pharmaceutical, Chemical and Energy. We are dedicated to innovative technologies that will positively impact the world. We are a part of the global community with localized presence in over 100 countries, and multiple facilities in the U.S., France, Germany, Italy, India and China that are ISO certified. At PSG, we are passionately committed to the development of innovative sustainable technologies. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, and confident in the market knowledge and expertise we bring to our customers.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large companys scale, tools, expertise and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment. Welcome aboard!

PSG is part of the Fluids segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion

Position Summary:

The Controller will handle high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and oversee the financial activities of the company. As head of the accounting department, the Controller will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting, from payroll to tax compliance. This position will report to the Finance Director and will assist with the development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Lead the completion of the month-end closing process including the preparation of journal entries, loading of results into the General Ledger System, as well as assisting on reporting templates required.
* Performs management testing of all functions per PSGs Core Internal Controls to ensure all necessary controls are operating as documented in the Companys policies and procedures and maintain/change the policies and procedures as needed.
* Manage and develop accounting staff as well as indirectly manage overseas shared service center (GL, AP, AR teams).
* Lead all audit activities (External SOX/financial, Internal SOX/financial, sales tax, etc.) as needed.
* Analyze manufacturing variances and recommend changes.

* Ad Hoc analysis of operating performance and results as well as data requests as needed.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Characteristics

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance plus seven to ten years of related experience. CPA is preferred but not required.
* Experience with standard costing and a history of developing material/labor overheads.
* Credit & collections experience.
* Problem solvingthe individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
* Judgmentthe individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions.
* Planning/organizingthe individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including managing the accounting department.
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to successfully work in a team environment.
* Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win.

Dover PSG will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the US. Dover PSG will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the US.

Dover

Downers Grove, IL

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of approximately $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through three operating segments: Engineered Systems, Fluids and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV."

Since our founding in 1955, our business philosophy has remained remarkably consistent—build the company by acquiring strong businesses with solid fundamentals and market leading positions. An intense focus on the customer, combined with the leverage and discipline of Dover drives the continued success of our businesses.

Now, more than half a century after our founding, these operating principles have propelled Dover to become a world-class Company.

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

At Dover, we strive to continue to be champions of our values to help propel Dover to even greater success.