Regional Controller

Location

Anaheim, California (Hybrid) Department: Accounting Position Status: Exempt Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000 USD Annually Supervision: Reports Corporate Controller POSITION SUMMARY: Since the introduction of the first laptop over 40 years ago, our mission at Targus has been singularly focused on enabling mobile connected workers to perform at their best, anywhere, anytime. With technology and work styles evolving faster than they ever have in human history, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team and be part of a culture that’s focused on being the world leader in mobile workforce solutions. The Regional Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, statutory compliance, and financial operations within the US, Canada, and Australia entities. This role ensures compliance U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and local statutory reporting obligations while supporting corporate reporting deadlines and business objectives The Regional Controller serves as a strategic finance leader partnering with regional business leaders and corporate finance teams to maintain financial integrity, improve processes, and support growth initiatives. They will be responsible for the company’s accounting operations, including producing financial reports, enhancing the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, coordinating budgeting processes, and maintaining the organization’s accounting records. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• + Maintain a robust internal control environment.
• + Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and company control frameworks.
• + Partner with Internal Audit on testing, remediation, and control improvements.
• + Develop and implement process improvements to strengthen financial controls and operational efficiency
• + Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, such as balance sheets and income statements, following GAAP standards.
• + Analyze financial data and prepare reports for senior management.
• + Identify and communicate economic trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• + Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenue and expenses.
• + Manage all aspects of the organization’s accounting processes, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, and forecasting.
• + Coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with overall organization policies and procedures.
• + Develop and maintain internal control systems to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
• Identify areas of improvement in the accounting process and make appropriate recommendations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve financial operations’ overall efficiency and effectiveness.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Guide complex transactions, including review of contracts before execution.
• Assist in evaluating the financial impact of business initiatives and investments and contribute to long-term financial planning and growth strategies.
• Oversee the monthly general ledger close process including review of manual journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Play a vital role in employee recruitment, hiring, training, and retention in the accounting department.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

* + Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or related field. * + 7+ years as a Controller or in a similar financial leadership role. * + 5+ years in a leadership role managing accounting teams. * + Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification. * + Public company experience a plus. * + Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and regulations, SOX compliance framework, and internal controls. * + Experience in budgeting and forecasting. * + Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. * + Experience with ERP systems such as D365, NetSuite, and Baan. * + Advanced Microsoft Excel (Power Query, PivotTables, Power Pivot) and Power BI Reporting. * + Business intelligence and reporting automation tools. * + Data analytics and financial modeling. * + Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal controls (SOX) with general accounting experience (account reconciliations, journal entries, etc.). * + The ability to work with new technology and software tools to enhance our ability to deliver information in a real time environment. * + Prior experience with database systems is a definite plus. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: * + Flexibility and ability to work non-standard business hours. * + Ability to work in an office environment as well as in a remote home office environment. * + Own method of transportation to and from work. * + Constant ability to remain in a stationary position, move about inside an office or remote setting. * + Push, pull, lift or carry at least 10 lbs. on occasion: minimal kneeling, bending and squatting. * + Able to perform repetitive motion with wrist, hands, and fingers.

* Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation, if required.

Targus

employees enjoy competitive salaries, access to our 401(k) profit sharing retirement plan and our other benefits including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, voluntary group medical, dental, and vision insurance, and company paid life and disability coverage.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

Targus is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected factors.