Formerra
Who We Are
Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply‑chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e‑commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability.
To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.
Position Overview
The Corporate Controller oversees consolidated financial statement preparation, global accounting policies, and reporting procedures. It provides leadership to the global accounting team, performs ad‑hoc management reporting and analysis, works with auditors, maintains internal‑control compliance, and manages department budgets. The Controller is a key business partner to functional teams and senior leadership, ensuring the financial strategy aligns with overall business objectives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Global Accounting Team Leadership
– Manages the corporate accounting team and the accounting teams in Mexico and Ireland. Aligns and integrates accounting policies across regions to drive consistency in reporting and compliance.
Team Development & Culture
– Cultivates a high‑performing, collaborative team culture across regions, focusing on developing talent and cross‑functional collaboration.
Business Partnering
– Partners closely with FP&A, Treasurer, and Tax Directors to collaborate on consolidated management reporting, board presentations, budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow forecasts, tax provisions, and compliance.
Accounting Standards & Policy
– Oversees implementation of new accounting pronouncements, reviews unusual transactions, and advises leaders on the impact of accounting changes.
Statutory Reporting & Compliance
– Oversees statutory reporting requirements and government compliance across regions, and partners with tax and legal teams on evolving tax laws and regulatory standards.
Corporate & Regional Accounting Integration
– Supervises general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable across U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and corporate entries, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements and inter‑company coordination.
System & Control Enhancement
– Establishes robust systems and controls, works with IT and business units to streamline accounting processes and improve automation.
Reserve & Valuation Oversight
– Reviews and assesses valuation reserves (accounts receivable, inventory, employee compensation, etc.) and collaborates with leaders to ensure adequate reserves.
Equity Transactions & Stock Compensation
– Leads accounting for equity transactions, stock compensation, and repurchase accounting, providing strategic advice on financial implications.
Qualifications Education
– Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
Experience
– 10+ years in accounting, financial management, financial reporting, systems, analysis, or related roles, and experience managing direct reports.
Proficiency with SAP and One Stream is beneficial but not required.
Strong internal customer orientation and continuous improvement focus.
Excellent oral and written communication, time‑management, and analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate appropriately, and perform in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Work Environment Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the Cleveland office (Tuesday‑Thursday) with availability 5 days a week.
Stationary position required for prolonged periods; frequent computer use necessary.
Salary
Greater Cleveland: $200,000.00–$235,000.00
Disclaimers Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; no visa sponsorship.
Job description is general; not a comprehensive inventory of duties.
Formerra policy: Employees are at will, employment can be terminated by either party at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration; no discrimination on protected basis.
Formerra is committed to a fair recruitment process. Be cautious of job scams; we never request sensitive personal information via email.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Plastics Manufacturing
Location
Cleveland, OH
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Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world’s leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply‑chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e‑commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways – driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability.
To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.
Position Overview
The Corporate Controller oversees consolidated financial statement preparation, global accounting policies, and reporting procedures. It provides leadership to the global accounting team, performs ad‑hoc management reporting and analysis, works with auditors, maintains internal‑control compliance, and manages department budgets. The Controller is a key business partner to functional teams and senior leadership, ensuring the financial strategy aligns with overall business objectives.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Global Accounting Team Leadership
– Manages the corporate accounting team and the accounting teams in Mexico and Ireland. Aligns and integrates accounting policies across regions to drive consistency in reporting and compliance.
Team Development & Culture
– Cultivates a high‑performing, collaborative team culture across regions, focusing on developing talent and cross‑functional collaboration.
Business Partnering
– Partners closely with FP&A, Treasurer, and Tax Directors to collaborate on consolidated management reporting, board presentations, budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow forecasts, tax provisions, and compliance.
Accounting Standards & Policy
– Oversees implementation of new accounting pronouncements, reviews unusual transactions, and advises leaders on the impact of accounting changes.
Statutory Reporting & Compliance
– Oversees statutory reporting requirements and government compliance across regions, and partners with tax and legal teams on evolving tax laws and regulatory standards.
Corporate & Regional Accounting Integration
– Supervises general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable across U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and corporate entries, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements and inter‑company coordination.
System & Control Enhancement
– Establishes robust systems and controls, works with IT and business units to streamline accounting processes and improve automation.
Reserve & Valuation Oversight
– Reviews and assesses valuation reserves (accounts receivable, inventory, employee compensation, etc.) and collaborates with leaders to ensure adequate reserves.
Equity Transactions & Stock Compensation
– Leads accounting for equity transactions, stock compensation, and repurchase accounting, providing strategic advice on financial implications.
Qualifications Education
– Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
Experience
– 10+ years in accounting, financial management, financial reporting, systems, analysis, or related roles, and experience managing direct reports.
Proficiency with SAP and One Stream is beneficial but not required.
Strong internal customer orientation and continuous improvement focus.
Excellent oral and written communication, time‑management, and analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate appropriately, and perform in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Work Environment Hybrid schedule: 3 days in the Cleveland office (Tuesday‑Thursday) with availability 5 days a week.
Stationary position required for prolonged periods; frequent computer use necessary.
Salary
Greater Cleveland: $200,000.00–$235,000.00
Disclaimers Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; no visa sponsorship.
Job description is general; not a comprehensive inventory of duties.
Formerra policy: Employees are at will, employment can be terminated by either party at any time.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration; no discrimination on protected basis.
Formerra is committed to a fair recruitment process. Be cautious of job scams; we never request sensitive personal information via email.
Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Plastics Manufacturing
Location
Cleveland, OH
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