Sr. Director - Finance

Company: Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.
Location: Oshkosh
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 15,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. The Sr. Director of Finance/Assistant Controller supports the Senior Vice President, Finance and Controller in all accounting-related activities, including financial reporting; accounting policy; financial governance; financial diligence and integration activities of new investments; and other high-level accounting and finance activities. This role plays a vital role in maintaining the accountability of the Company's financial resources and protecting Company assets.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide administration and direction to the General Accounting and Payroll functions.
• Oversees the execution of the accurate and timing monthly financial accounting close and consolidation process.
• Responsible for the financial reporting governance over the core financial statements; management reporting; Non-GAAP financial results, and legal entity reporting.
• Ensure that all monthly general ledger account reconciliations are completed timely, accurately and any unreconciled items are cleared.
• Proactively initiate and drive efficiency programs designed to add value by increasing team capacity, increasing integrity of the financial statements and/or drive down third-party fees.
• Continuous improvement of accounting processes, reduction of manual journal entries, simplification and quality enhancement of account reconciliations.
• Assist with acquisition due diligence, opening/closing balance sheet accounting, and all aspects of acquisition integration including accounting policy conformity and financial process redesign.
• Ensure all transactions are recorded in accordance with US GAAP, with proper accruals, recording of assets, and matching of revenue and expenses.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes, including setting calendar, distributing closing checklists, performing preliminary reviews of financial statements.
• Review and signoff on monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and ensure all balances are supported, and material differences are cleared.
• Ensure consolidated results are reported accurately to OneStream.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrate ability to develop and build teams and partner with decision makers in the business
  • Strong organizational, record-keeping and follow-up skills
  • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Desire for continuous improvement
  • Unquestionable integrity and discretion
  • Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAPEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
    • Bachelors' degree in Accounting, CPA or MBA preferred
    • 5+ years of public accounting experience
    • 12+ years of progressive accounting experience
    • 5+ years of leading and developing teamsOshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: 920-502-3009 or corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com. Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It's a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you'll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you.Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world's toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG -, Pierce -, Oshkosh - Defense, McNeilus -, IMT -, Frontline---, Jerr-Dan -, and Oshkosh - Airport Products.

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