Job Details

Controller
Industry: Global Manufacturing / Industrial

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting, reporting, compliance, and shared services functions for its largest U.S.-based legal entity. This senior finance leader will manage the month-end close, ensure adherence to U.S. GAAP and SOX controls, support planning activities, and lead a multifunctional team including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close

• Lead and coordinate the full entity month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform revenue recognition reviews and verify all journal entries and account balances.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and U.S. GAAP.
• Load accurate results into the consolidation system and provide variance analysis.

Planning & Forecasting

• Drive the legal entity’s annual budget and planning process.
• Develop detailed tools to support forecasting, cash flow, capital expenditures, and employee cost projections.
• Prepare balance sheet forecasts and CAPEX prioritization aligned with corporate planning.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain and monitor the internal control environment in alignment with SOX and company policy.
• Act as the primary contact for internal and external audits, ensuring all functions are aligned with audit timelines and remediation efforts.
• Oversee segregation of duties and approval authorities.

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage shared services teams, including AP, AR, Cash, Payroll, and General Ledger.
• Review operational output, ensure adherence to deadlines, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support staffing, development, and performance management of team members.

Financial Reporting

• Ensure all internal and external reporting obligations are met, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, tax filings, and audit requirements.
• Provide input for corporate consolidation processes and special reporting initiatives.

Project & Process Leadership

• Support and lead financial aspects of strategic and operational projects.
• Develop financial controls and reporting mechanisms for internal initiatives.
• Serve as a finance representative in cross-functional projects, ensuring financial integrity.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 8–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Hands-on ERP experience (e.g., Baan, Oracle, SAP) and consolidation software
• Strong people management, project leadership, and financial analysis skills
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Experience leading large-scale shared services or multi-entity close operations
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment

Other Information

• Travel: Up to 10% domestic travel
• Work Environment: Professional office setting
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to company-wide and site-specific health and safety policies
• Equal Opportunity: The employer is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace