Director of Accounting & Finance (all genders)

in our administrative department in Sioux City

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.

Candidates should have exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities along with fact-based mindset. Excellent interpersonal skills are needed 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. Must have 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 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 acco