Corporate Controller

GEON Corporation ‚Ä¢ Westlake, Ohio ‚Ä¢ Full Time

Posted on Fri, May 29, 2026

This position reports to the CFO and is responsible for providing the leadership, vision, and direction for all global accounting and reporting activities including the monthly close cycle, policies & procedures / internal controls, internal & external reporting requirements, external audit requirements, etc. The position is also responsible for the tax and treasury function. Individual will coordinate with internal team and external partners to ensure timely and accurate tax compliance. Position will also oversee the day-to-day cash management activity, bank relationships, covenant compliance and cash forecast accuracy. Essential Functions

Set the strategic direction of the global accounting function to be aligned with the Company’s overall strategic goals; define and implement departmental goals, KPIs, policies and operating procedures, etc.
Provide accurate and timely consolidated financial statements on monthly, quarterly and annual basis; ensure appropriate accounting treatment for all unusual / material transactions.
Establish, implement and monitor appropriate internal controls and policies & procedures to ensure the integrity of the financial and compliance with U.S. GAAP & other local statutory requirements.
Lead the annual year-end audit process with the external auditors which should result in no material adjustments and an unqualifies opinion. Actively manage the relationship with the external auditors in a way that optimizes its value to the company.
Work with Treasury to establish and maintain efficient A/P cash payment & A/R cash application processes; coordinate activities to ensure compliance with new credit agreement terms & conditions.
Provide overall direction to our in-house Tax Manager and outsourcing provider on all tax matters including annual tax accounting (provisions) activities, global tax filings, transfer pricing, statutory tax requirements, etc.
Support future M&A activities focusing on finance areas including due diligence, valuation and integration activities.
Develop processes and business partner relationships with internal and external groups that will improve the flow of financial information within the Company.
Monitor the operating results and budgets and make recommendations regarding cost reductions and profit improvements.
Recruit, develop and coach a talented team of accounting and finance professionals. Monitor performance and provide continuous feedback to staff and develop career paths to retain staff members.
Ad hoc support to SK team, executive team and other senior finance staff for financial modeling and analysis.
Perform other duties & projects as assigned.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience

Undergraduate degree in Accounting or other financial discipline; CPA certification required.
10+ years of professional and progressively larger controllership responsibility in a multinational corporation, Big 4 public accounting firm or a combination of both
Prior manufacturing industry experience required; material product manufacturing such as Chemicals, Plastics, Rubber a plus.
Strong knowledge of US-GAAP and experience with establishing internal controls and policies & procedures required
Preferred experience in SAP or similar ERP system required
Experience / strong knowledge of product and cost accounting desirable
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a key success factor --- must be able to build relationships with internal clients and business unit leadership
Exposure to tax and treasury functions
Experience in a private equity environment is a plus

Leadership Competencies

Resilient and determined self-starter
Displays leadership courage and composure under pressure; able to effectively multi-task
Promotes teamwork and is an example to others
Thrives on the challenge to create order where structure is lacking or where processes are broken / do not exist
Ability to garner collaborative relationships, professionally debate, and see things from different perspectives
Ability to deal with ambiguity, manages conflict, and tailor communication (verbal or written) to multiple target audiences
Exhibits creative thinking to lead in the implementation of improvements to systems, policies and processes
Exhibit an intellectual curiosity and learn quickly
Operates in an honest, ethical manner in all dealings; acts with integrity

We offer a competitive salary, incentive and benefit plan to eligible employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, spending accounts and 401(k). GEON Corporation is a drug free workplace. GEON is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable state and local law.

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