Business Unit Controller - LATAM

Franklin Electric Brasil; Joinville; Presencial; BRL 300 000 - 550 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Franklin Electric Brasil seeks a senior finance leader to own LATAM budgeting, consolidate financial forecasts, and drive reporting improvements. You will ensure timely closes and partner with LATAM Operations to optimize costs and performance across manufacturing sites.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, 7–10 years in finance, 3–5 years of leadership, and fluency in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualificações

• Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with operations leaders in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills for both self and team.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote and international teams.
• Deep understanding of complex accounting concepts and financial principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required).
• Proficiency in Power BI for financial analysis, reporting, and data visualization (required).
• Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1) or a similar ERP system (preferred).
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the development, consolidation, and presentation of the LATAM annual operating budget and periodic financial forecasts.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial and operational reporting, analytics, and decision-support capabilities.
• Partner closely with LATAM Operations leaders to support operational performance, cost management, and strategic initiatives.
• Deliver rigorous cost, profitability, and business analyses to support management decision-making and achievement of financial objectives.
• Support the financial aspects of acquisition integration within LATAM operations, including alignment of processes, reporting, and controls.
• Support the LATAM Operations organization through internal and external audits, ensuring strong audit readiness and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance documented accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee general ledger activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Manage and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.

Conhecimentos

Effective communication

Collaboration

Excel

Power BI

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Remote/international teams

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Travel up to 20%

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Ferramentas

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1)

Power BI

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Department: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Location: Brazil - Joinville

Description

Join Franklin Electric in our mission to empower communities through sustainable water management solutions. Your expertise will be essential in helping build a better future for generations to come.

Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators that has been making a positive impact on the world since 1944. We provide innovative solutions to ensure access to, treatment of, and efficient management of water—a vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our high-quality, industry-leading products, exceptional customer service, people development, and passion for social responsibility.

Come grow with us and help us build a better future!

Key Responsabilities

• Lead the development, consolidation, and presentation of the LATAM annual operating budget and periodic financial forecasts.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial and operational reporting, analytics, and decision‑support capabilities.
• Partner closely with LATAM Operations leaders to support operational performance, cost management, and strategic initiatives.
• Deliver rigorous cost, profitability, and business analyses to support management decision‑making and achievement of financial objectives.
• Support the financial aspects of acquisition integration within LATAM operations, including alignment of processes, reporting, and controls.
• Support the LATAM Operations organization through internal and external audits, ensuring strong audit readiness and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Establish, maintain, and enhance documented accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee general ledger activities to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Manage and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.

Who are we looking for:

If you are proactive, collaborative, and passionate about making a positive impact, we would love to meet you!

• Effective communicators. People who interpret information clearly and objectively, communicating results and recommendations accurately to stakeholders.
• Collaborative Partners. Professionals who build cross-functional relationships, connecting ideas, information, and best practices to achieve the best results.

Required qualifications

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to balance attention to detail with a strategic perspective.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with operations leaders in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills for both self and team.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote and international teams.
• Deep understanding of complex accounting concepts and financial principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required).
• Proficiency in Power BI for financial analysis, reporting, and data visualization (required).
• Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1) or a similar ERP system (preferred).
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree (preferred).
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting (required).
• 3–5 years of people leadership experience (required).
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP (required); IFRS exposure (preferred).
• International business experience (preferred).
• Manufacturing or operations finance experience (preferred).

Language Requirements

• Fluent in Portuguese (required)
• Fluent in English (required)
• Fluent in Spanish (required)

Benefits

Why Choose Franklin Electric

At Franklin Electric, you will find a welcoming work environment that values continuous development and employee well-being. We offer a variety of opportunities for professional development, learning, and career growth.

We also provide benefits and resources that make a difference in your everyday life:

• Medical and dental plans, as well as life insurance;
• On-site cafeteria;
• Educational reimbursement for language courses;
• Pharmacy allowance;
• Annual Bonus Program;
• Company-provided transportation (subject to route availability).