Top Division Controller directs and guides the overall accounting functions of the division. Establishes and maintains the division's accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives. Being a Top Division Controller prepares financial reports and presents findings and recommendations to top management. May need to plan and analyze budget and cost statistics for internal control use. Additionally, Top Division Controller requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Top Division Controller manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Top Division Controller typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Our client, a prominent and rapidly growing multi-site manufacturing company, is seeking a hands-on Division Controller to join their team. The Division Controller oversees the accounting and finance operations of multiple plants and is an integral part of the continued growth and success of the organization.
Responsibilities
• Partner with CFO and VP of Finance on providing financial leadership, support, and guidance for all direct & indirect operations
• This position will partner with the business and have full responsibility for all Operating Cost Centers, to include (but not limited to) compliance, budgeting, forecasting, & cost management
• Work alongside the Operations Team, and Department Managers to drive productivity and cost savings
• Contract accounting to include Percentage Completion, Revenue Recognition, and Billing
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing BOM's and Routers
• Review and approval for all capital planning and expenditures
• Oversight of all inventory transactions and accuracy
• Cycle Counting, Annual Physical, Project Transactions, Slow Moving
• Responsible for timely monthly and quarterly closing and reporting
• J/E's, Reconciliations, and Management Reports
• Develop and maintain a robust management operating system, giving leadership real time feedback on KPI's
• Support external audit, with timely and accurate information as requested
• Ensuring financial controls are in place and are followed, maintaining data integrity
• In conjunction with business leaders, support all budget and forecast efforts to include (but not limited to), labor requirements, productivity gains, cost savings, and capital requirements
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• 10 years of experience in financial management in heavy manufacturing and 5 years of experience with cost accounting
• Multi-site/plant experience is highly preferred