Head of Finance & Accounting

Company Description

Operating within the newly established umdasch Industrial Solutions division, AT-PAC is a global leader in scaffolding solutions. Specializing in the industrial market segment, AT-PAC focuses on serving all scaffold contractors and industrial service companies across a variety of sectors.

AT-PAC became fully integrated into the Umdasch Group in 2023, combining its 25 years of industrial scaffolding expertise with Doka’s 150-year legacy in formwork and shoring. This strategic move reinforced AT-PAC’s commitment to strengthening its global market position and delivering exceptional solutions to the industrial sector. Since then, AT-PAC has taken on the role of competence center for scaffolding within the Umdasch Group, ensuring a unified supply model and facilitating the seamless sharing of expertise and resources across divisions.

Looking ahead, AT-PAC will continue to drive innovation, focusing on the technical development of its scaffolding systems and digital solutions. As we expand our global footprint, we remain dedicated to delivering safety and efficiency through our scaffolding solutions and drive the success of industrial projects worldwide.

Job Description

The Head of Finance and Accounting will oversee the full accounting function and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting for the organization.

• Lead and manage the full accounting cycle, including AP, AR, general ledger, payroll-related accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close.
• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
• Manage and develop an accounting team, including direct oversight of AP, AR, staff/senior accountants, and accounting leadership.
• Prepare and review, financial statements, variance analyses, and key financial metrics.
• Partner closely with executive leadership, operations, project management, and global finance teams to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee project accounting, revenue recognition, collections, and financial processes.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and workflow efficiencies.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Lead consolidations, audit preparation, tax support, compliance reporting, and coordination with external advisors.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement scalable accounting practices to support company growth.
• Ensure strong financial discipline across departments and provide guidance on accounting best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA strongly preferred; CPA required if needed for client/company standards.
• 10 plus years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Prior Controller or senior accounting leadership experience required.
• Experience managing an accounting team required.
• Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, AP, AR, general ledger, internal controls, and audit support.
• Project-based accounting, or global company experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition, job costing, and cost controls.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong ERP/accounting system experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Information

At AT-PAC, you’re not just joining a team, you’re joining a global movement to reshape access and scaffolding solutions. As part of our rapidly growing operations, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make real impact from day one. We're committed to investing in our people, our innovation, and your growth. AT-PAC offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits.