International Controller - Los Angeles

International Controller - Los Angeles
ABOUT US
Located in Downtown Los Angeles, American Apparel is the largest vertically integrated clothing manufacturer and retailer in the United States. As an international brand, American Apparel manages all aspects of its business under one roof which enables us to stay competitive. This allows us to constantly discover new ways of doing business differently and to give back to those who keep our company's success blooming: our workforce. We take pride in being leaders of an industrial revolution.

At American Apparel, we believe that having employees work in a technology-driven environment allows the company to attain the highest levels of efficiency. This structure of efficiency ensures American Apparel's competitive edge in the open global market. We are an equal opportunity employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION
American Apparel is seeking an experienced International Controller to lead and coordinate the financial accounting and reporting activities for our international operations. The role requires the ability to build and lead an effective business partnership among accounting departments at out foreign entities and our corporate headquarters. Successful candidate will also have the ability to define and maintain accounting and reporting structure to support future growth of American Apparels international operations. Candidates must have the ability to influence senior management and the capacity to actively engage and guide the foreign entities accounting teams to meet their goals and objectives.

Qualified candidates will have a B.S. in Finance or Accounting. CPA license is not required but highly preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility and have a excellent knowledge of GAAP as well as experience with accounting information systems. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, business maturity and the ability to work with senior management. Experience with currency translation and complex international consolidations is preferred.

NOTE: Applicants must have the required experience and skills in order to apply. Salary compensation based on previous work experience and salary history. This is a full-time and permanent position. The work environment is fast-paced, friendly, dynamic and offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified individual. Other duties of this position include but are not limited to those described below:

RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage financial reporting activities for all foreign subsidiaries.
Set accounting policies and procedures for foreign subsidiaries.
Manage monthly inter-company consolidation.
Oversee inter-company accounting and general ledgers for multiple entities.
Prepare analytical reviews and reporting packages for senior management.
Assist in the audit process by assembling and reviewing audit working papers  prepared by foreign accountants and
Handle and resolve any accounting and internal control issues timely and  effectively with foreign accountants.
Must be committed to meeting monthly financial reporting deadlines.

REQUIREMENTS
Accounting or Finance degree.
7-10 years of advanced accounting experience; commanding knowledge of  GAAP.
Strong leadership skills.
Strong planning, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
Proficiency in Excel, Word and computerized accounting system.
Attention to detail, organized and thorough.
Team player who can thrive in a fast paced environment.
Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time.

PREFERRED SKILLS
The ability to speak, read and write Japanese, Korean or German are an asset  but not a requirement.
Available to start immediately.

BENEFITS
We offer the following benefits to all of our employees, as a matter of policy:

Affordable healthcare for employees and their families
Company-subsidized lunches
On-site masseurs
Free parking and subsidized bus passes
Free ESL classes
Free fitness classes

IMPORTANT
Check out www.americanapparel.net and www.americanapparelstore.com
You must have the required job skills
You must be authorized to work in United States for any employer
You must be able to attend an interview at our Downtown Los Angeles facility
You must be willing to work on-site at our Downtown Los Angeles facility; no  contractors, no relocation offered