Standex International Corporation is a diversified global manufacturing company operating in five segments which consist of our Electronics, Engraving, Engineering Technologies, Specialty Solutions, and Scientific divisions. The company’s market-leading manufacturing brands are recognized for quality and innovation. Our strategy is to drive growth and build larger industrial platforms by leveraging the combined strengths of our businesses to better penetrate current markets and to enter new geographic and vertical markets.
What You’ll Do
The Corporate Accounting Senior Manager will oversee the accounting operations and internal controls of the organization. This position entails ensuring the precision and completeness of financial records, managing the month-end and year-end close processes, and supporting the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) in various financial activities.
Accounting Operations
- Lead accounting processes and general ledger activities within the shared services center and corporate entities.
- Ensure close deliverables to Division Finance Leaders are timely and accurate.
- Coordinate and communicate key accounting requirements to Standex Finance Leaders for completion of the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close process.
- Assist the Corporate Technical Accounting Team to ensure completion of 10-Q and 10-K.
- Lead Corporate managed programs: Intercompany Reconciliations, Travel & Expenses, Leases, Fixed Assets, etc.
- Collaborate with Corporate Departments (Tax, Technical Accounting, HR and Payroll, IT) to ensure complex accounting matters are accurate.
Team Leadership and Development
- Manage, develop and empower a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Set annual goals and performance expectations with each team member and provide regular feedback and coaching.
- Provide ongoing developmental coaching, training and learning opportunities/experiences to enhance individual and team skills and capabilities while ensuring team members meet/exceed their job commitments and responsibilities.
- Assist in recruiting and onboarding new team members as needed.
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations, including global standardization.
- Utilize financial systems and tools to streamline reporting and analysis processes.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving financial practices and outcomes.
Internal Controls and Compliance
- Responsible for maintaining finance policies and key control matrix in conjunction with the CAO.
- Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements across all financial operations.
- Collaborate with external auditors during audits by providing all required documentation and support, and ensure that audit findings are resolved promptly.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA designation strongly preferred; CMA or CIA certifications are a plus.
- Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3–5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and internal control frameworks
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, detail-oriented, and communication abilities.
- Skilled in using ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, or Oracle, as well as financial reporting tools like OneStream and the Microsoft Office Suite.
