Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

American Vanguard has a unique opportunity for a Corporate Controller in Irvine, California with a current CPA. American Vanguard is a diversified agricultural and specialty products company that focuses on crop protection, turf and ornamental markets. From our new global headquarters, we operate a wide range of businesses in the U.S. (AMVAC®, AMGUARD™ Environmental Technologies) and world wide in Australia (AgNova Technologies™), Brazil (AMVAC do Brasil); Mexico (AMVAC Mexico), and more.

American Vanguard's Corporate Controller is responsible for managing the corporate accounting function with responsibilities that include the preparation of 10-Q & 10-K filings, monthly financial consolidation, management of the corporate accounting team, and handling special projects. The Controller oversees the monthly review of financial results and reporting compliant with SOX and corporate regulations. They will work closely with executive management to provide required analysis and analytics. Expectations for this position will be to develop and maintain best-in-class processes and procedures for the corporate accounting function.

Established in 1969, we drive the growth and sustainability of agricultural products and focus on developing new products as well as acquiring well-established brands in proven crop protection chemistries turf and ornamental markets; advancing the industry with GreenSolutions™, and other progressive technologies through multiple business units generating $500M in revenues across multiple continents. The Corporate headquarters is relocating to new offices in the Irvine Spectrum as we streamline our processes and build a collaborative environment with multiple business units world-wide. Join us in our new offices near the Irvine Spectrum!

JOB RESPONSIBILITES

• Oversee the Corporate accounting function working closely with a team of professionals
• Manage the preparation of the monthly consolidated financials using Hyperion
• Manage the preparation of 10-Q and 10-K filings to meet SEC requirements
• Liaison with auditors during quarterly reviews, annual audits, and SOX audits
• Review journal entries, schedules and provide guidance for the team
• Drive efforts to improve accounting processes and introduce technology solutions to improve efficiency
• Provide ad hoc reports and deliver special projects to meet corporate requirements globally

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in a Corporate Controller or similar role
• Must have 3+ years' experience in preparation of 10-Q / 10-K filings
• Good understanding of GAAP concepts
• Must have 10-Q & 10-K experience within the past 5 years
• Strong skills with Hyperion (3+ years)
• Advanced skills in Excel
• Experience with QAD (ERP) a plus, but not required
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Mindset of need to be “best in class” in relation processes and procedures
• Strive to continually improve
• Strive to develop and maintain a positive team environment

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in accounting or finance
• CPA required

BENEFITS
American Vanguard offers exceptional benefits and drives success by investing in our employees’ future.

• Industry leading Medical (PPO Insurance), Dental, and Vision care with low out-of-pocket costs
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) offered

If you are a CPA with 10-K & 10-Q filing experience looking for a long-term career opportunity, consider this opportunity carefully. American Vanguard is a leader in the crop and sustainable agriculture business positioning for global growth at a turning point in our business.

American Vanguard company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status protected veteran AMVAC, an American Vanguard company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.