Newcold Advanced Cold Logistics Hiring for Corporate Controller Job at Chicago, IL Full Time

OUR OFFER:

• Career pathway – potential to grow with the company
• Attractive health coverage – majority covered by the company (health, dental and vision)
• Personal Time Off – 4 weeks
• Train access within the building
• Modern downtown office – enjoy the spectacular staff break out lounge
• Scenic view of the river from the 31st Floor
• Flexible work schedule
• Team Functions – family and company events

This is NewCold

NewCold is a Global leader in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, by offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use latest technology that empowers our people, to handle food responsibly and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.

NewCold is one of the fastest growing companies in cold chain logistics (within the top 5 of our industry). We are on a rapid growth phase. More information on NewCold can be found on www.newcold.com and our social media.

About the job

This Individual is a key member of the regional Finance team in Chicago, IL. Working with multiple departments including (but not limited to) operations, projects and business development. Individual who independently manages themselves and their assigned responsibilities. Individual must be a self-starter who possesses excellent analytical skills and the ability to work independently. Individual will provide analysis and management of, revenues and costs to maximize profitability through the outlined responsibilities and tasks. Position plays a key role in managing the Finance functions through an attitude of continues and improvement and collaboration with operations. As such is expected to help maintain a professional culture in line with company’s values and ensure that a positive attitude is embedded within the team on site. Position is part of the regional finance team and reports to the US Finance Lead

What you will be doing

Intended results

• Costs are controlled in line with budgeted expectations.
• Operations that are in compliance with internal and external needs and requirements.
• Contributing to ensure a NewCold culture is apparent resulting in employee engagement.
• Helping to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Responsibilities

• Owner of planning and control cycle (AOP, monthly reporting, forecast).
• Timely submission and coordination of reporting packages.
• Monitoring and reacting to financial results and working with operations to identify and share improvement ideas.
• Working within different departments to provide guidance, financial expertise and a resource for future growth.
• Fostering a cost conscious culture but focused on achieving high levels of customer service.
• Working with the managers on improvement initiatives to reduce cost.
• Record retention in accordance with approved policies.
• Maintenance and creation of strong internal controls.
• Addressing finance needs and deadlines in advance.
• Working with outside service providers (Accounting, Tax, Benefits, etc.) to ensure compliance and deadlines are met.
• Timely adherence to monthly and annual reporting requirements.

Core tasks

• Assisting the preparation of monthly financial statements and management comments.
• Complete agreed internal reporting and communication as required
• Assisting with timely and accurate completion of weekly cash flow projections.
• Assisting in the annual budget completion with Finance and Operations.
• Supports the shared service center regarding recurring accounting transactions and closing process.
• Reviews accounting records for accuracy.
• Works with outside finance service providers related to local, regional and national compliance and deadlines.
• Coordinates the execution of Finance and policies with regional office and headquarters (e.g. taxes, fees, incentives).

Additional tasks

• Assisting the operation as required by the site, including:
• Support business initiatives in but not limited to Business Development as and when required.
• Continually look to opportunities for improvement.
• Other tasks as assigned

Educational Requirements and experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA or Master’s preferred but not required)
• 10+ years of experience in accounting and finance
• 3-5+ years of corporate controller experience
• Strong knowledge of SALT tax and corporate finance consulting
• Public accounting or consulting background a PLUS

More about us at NewCold

NewCold is service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. By offering advanced logistic services worldwide, NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies. We use the latest technology to empower our people, to handle food responsibly and to guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.

More about us at NewCold

NewCold is a service provider in cold chain logistics with a focus on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. By offering advanced logistic services worldwide, NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies. We use the latest technology to empower our people, to handle food responsibly and to guarantee food safety in a sustainable way. We challenge the industry, believe in long-term partnerships, and deliver solid investment opportunities that enable next generation logistic solutions.

Are you up for the job?

If you want to be empowered to make a difference this may very well be the opportunity you are seeking! If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with our Leadership.

Why would you want to work for NewCold?

With the prospect of many new construction projects all over the world, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistic services. We have the ambition and the potential to rapidly become the market leader in the field of modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. Although our proposition comprises an attractive benefits and compensation package, the (international) scope and impact of the position may appeal to you even more.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently or have you previously worked for NewCold?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 10 years (Required)

Work Location: One location