Assistant Controller, VSG Consolidated

Downers Grove, IL, US, 60515

Part of Dover Corporation’s Engineered Systems segment, Vehicle Service Group (VSG) is a strong, diverse and dynamic global leader in the vehicle service industry. VSG comprises 13 major vehicle lifting, wheel service, diagnostic and collision repair brands: Rotary Lift®, Chief®, Forward®, Direct-Lift®, Ravaglioli, Hanmecson®, Revolution®, Elektron, Blitz, Nogra, Butler, Space and Sirio.

About the Company:

Dover’s Vehicle Service Group is the global leader in designing and manufacturing vehicle service, collision and automotive OEM equipment. It is one of the founding companies of Dover Corporation, an eight billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. VSG consists of fifteen leading vehicle lifting brands (Rotary, Forward, Blitz, Ravaglioli etc.), collision repair (Chief), wheel services, diagnostics (Butler, Rotary, Chief and Ravaglioli) and tier-one automotive brands (WARN Automotive) with operations worldwide, including regional business operation centers and large manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Controller role reports to the Global Controller and works closely with the local accounting and finance teams in America, Europe, China, and the Philippines. This position plays a key role in supporting regional management with complex accounting matters and SOX compliance, monthly and quarterly close, business-critical projects, internal and external audits, and the development and enhancement of policies and procedures. This role provides key development opportunities and exposure to leadership. The position works closely with the regional finance leads, the Dover Corporate Controllership group including Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and other Dover Corporate functions. This is an important role within VSG’s succession planning process, with the expectation of developing into a larger Controller role within VSG or Dover.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate and liaise with VSG and Dover management to provide support and guidance on a variety of topics including complex accounting issues, internal controls, and best practices
  • Ensure accurate and timely monthly closing and submission of Dover financial reporting deliverables
  • Ensure internal controls are in place and operating effectively per Dover requirements
  • Support in various complexities associated with the manufacturing industry such as cycle counts, standard costing, and absorption
  • Review, analyze, and report monthly financial activity
  • Lead ad hoc initiatives and projects, including acting as lead for various internal and external audits
  • Support with the close process, including accounting and reporting questions
  • Perform Financial Statement fluctuation analysis, reserve roll-forward analysis, and other analysis and internal reports
  • Leverage financial systems to support management decisions and deliver value to the Corporation
  • Assist with the communication and implementation of key SOX initiatives and ensuring compliance at all locations
  • Support implementation of new accounting guidance, policies, etc.
  • Prepare deliverables for Dover as required
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen and grow Company partnership and controllership activities
  • Limited travel may be required

Required Skills and Experiences:

  • 8+ years of relevant, progressive experience, preferably in public accounting and/or private industry at a public company
  • Undergraduate accounting degree required
  • Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting and analysis, and SOX compliance
  • Motivated by and thrives in a fast-paced environment with frequent ad hoc requests and changing priorities
  • Integral knowledge of accounting and ability to research topics to provide guidance to regional leads
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and leverage effective relationships across the organization to achieve goals and objectives
  • Team-oriented individual willing to continue their development by supporting other areas of the group
  • Curious mindset and desire to work directly with Company management to pragmatically resolve issues and questions
  • Energetic, self-starter with a “hands on” approach and continuous improvement mentality

Desirable Skills and Experiences:

  • CPA strongly preferred
  • Audit experience preferred
  • Cost accounting knowledge and experience with the manufacturing industry is a plus

Work Arrangement : Hybrid

Pay Range: $130,00 0 - $145,000 annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; tuition assistance; bus iness travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact accommodations@vsgdover.com for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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