Term of employment: Full-time
Start: As soon as possible
The GELITA Group is recognized as a leading manufacturer of gelatin and collagen peptides with more than 2,900 employees working across 22 sites and six continents. With our global presence and expertise, we provide natural collagen protein solutions in the health and nutrition markets as well as in the pharmaceutical and medical industries. In addition, our products offer a wide range of exciting and innovative technical applications. Guided by our GELITA Values and scientific research, we drive innovation and consistently focus on excellence, experience and customer orientation.
What you will contribute
This position is responsible for all financial and administrative functions of Gelita North America - including Accounting, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Tax Compliance, Risk Management and Compliance, as well as support and implementation of business strategies in alignment with corporate objectives / policies.
What we will achieve together
- Represents the Company in local community affairs and manages charitable giving and sponsorships
- Acts in an official capacity as a Director and Officer of all USA legal entities and the company's legal Mexican subsidiaries
- Coordinate (with 3rd party preparer) and authorize filing of Federal, State and local tax returns
- Manage and control all elements of business risk within the Company
- Manage local Risk Management and Compliance Systems in a manner consistent with Global Policy, including reporting as required for development of new or ongoing risks.
- Manage external Legal relationships as required, including coordinated review of commercial agreements (e.g., contracts and confidentiality agreements)
- Manage insurance brokerage relationships to secure coverage necessary to protect USA operations (e.g., Property, Casualty, General and Product Liability and other Business coverage) as required
What makes you stand out
- BA or BS in Accounting or Finance
- MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred along with
- 10 to 15 years of relevant business experience; to include progressive management and accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Practical and working knowledge of US GAAP and accounting practices.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities along with a fact-based mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate (written and orally) with all levels within a multi-cultural business environment.
- Advanced MS Office skills required and experience with an integrated ERP system or SAP preferred.
- High integrity, trustworthiness, and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills along with the ability to work and interact with personnel throughout the global and local organization.
What awaits you
Supportive environment characterized by personal appreciation and constructive feedback. Shared vision and common values that connect us globally.
Exciting and varied fields of work and tasks that relate to the 'big picture' in a global company. Plenty of creative freedom, intercultural collaboration, perspectives and projects worldwide.
Commitment to sustainability and contribution to the creation of natural products and production processes, based on the principle of the circular economy.
GELITA competency model and targeted systems and processes for your professional development. Learning opportunities for all employees. Talent identification and development with global and local development programs, coaching and mentoring.
Working environment in which safe working and the production of high-quality products have top priority. With regular training and consistent implementation in everyday life through our GoSafe program.
We value the diversity of our employees and are convinced that an inclusive working environment leads to better and more sustainable results. We therefore always make our selection decisions on the basis of competence and performance, regardless of personal or socio-cultural characteristics and beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application!
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