Controller and Managing Director

The American Chemistry Council (ACC), a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for Controller & Managing Director for its Finance and Accounting Department.  ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. 

The position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the financial, accounting and budgeting activities of the American Chemistry Council (ACC), including budget preparation and implementation, accounting, cash management as well as contract management functions. The position is also responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory reporting relationships. The position reports directly to the Chief Financial and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO/CFO).

In addition, the position oversees the conduct of ACC’s annual financial audit, implements and monitors internal control safeguards and prepares all relevant tax returns; supports CFO/CAO in monitoring of investment portfolio performance and compliance with investment guidelines; develops appropriate tools and reports for purposes of providing critical financial and operational information; reviews and executes all disbursements and contractual commitments of ACC funds; directs and manages all facets of the solicitation, collection, preparation, review and completion of ACC’s annual operational budget; and oversees the day-to-day work activities of employees within the Finance and Accounting department.