We are seeking a strategic Assistant Controller-Accounting Operations to join our global accounting leadership team. The individual will provide hands-on oversight and responsibility for Revenue Accounting, US Accounting Operations, and lead the design, enablement and implementation of a Shared Service Accounting model to drive efficiency and scalability for our growing organization. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this individual will play a key role in ensuring high-quality accounting operations, effective internal controls and best practices across the organization’s global footprint. The ideal candidate will be self-driven, with a focus on process improvement to increase efficiency and standardization of our policies and practices. The Assistant Controller demonstrates both strategic and tactical leadership qualities, leveraging broad experience and best practices to support the company’s objectives. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Revenue Accounting

Oversees US GAAP revenue recognition policies and compliance, including ASC 606

Partners with business, legal and FP&A team to review and convey conclusions for revenue contracts

Has responsibility for accuracy of global revenue related reserves and judgments

Implements scalable processes for related close, account reconciliation and disclosure processes

Serves as the primary contact for internal and external audit requirements

US Accounting Operations

Ensures completeness and accuracy of general ledger, account reconciliations and adherence to internal control requirements/documentation

Plans, coordinates and executes applicable monthly and quarterly responsibilities

Collaborates with financial reporting team for necessary support and documentation

Proactively identifies opportunities and makes recommendations to the other regional accounting teams to improve process efficiency and/or accuracy

Works directly and effectively with all levels of the organization, across multiple continents and time zones

Shared Service Center Accounting

Builds and scales global shared service model for accounting functions, including Fixed Assets, General Accounting, Leases and other core functions

Creates operating model for shared service team and interactions with supported organizations

Establishes policies and KPIs to monitor, measure and optimize team performance

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Location: Denver, CO

Environment: Standard office environment, onsite at Corporate HQ

QUALIFICATIONS :

Highly effective and driven change agent with demonstrated ability to develop relationships, partner, influence, and lead at all levels

Demonstrated leadership skills, including experience related to organization development, mentoring and managing a geographically dispersed team of professionals

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present concisely across the organization

Ability to utilize the full Microsoft Office Suite at an advanced level of proficiency

Strong work ethic, initiative-taker with bias to action

EXPERIENCE:

At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a publicly traded corporate environment which includes SEC reporting and SOX requirements

Previous experience in a global high tech and/or manufacturing company desired

Big 4 accounting firm experience desired

Previous experience in Shared Service Center environment desired

Previous experience leading a geographically dispersed organization desired

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other relevant discipline required

Master’s degree in relevant field preferred

Active CPA license

COMPENSATION:

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $180,000 to $220,000 per year. BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes: Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from

Short and long-term disability and life insurance

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays

8 hours of paid volunteer time off

8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads

Company matched 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs

Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance