Business Group Controller – US/Canada

Franklin Electric Co.

Fort Wayne (IN)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Franklin Electric Co. in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a Business Group Controller – US/Canada to lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting across the US/Canada Operations. This role ensures compliance with U.S.

GAAP and company policies while guiding a finance team across multiple sites. You will partner with operations leaders to drive performance, enable strategic decision making, and support integration of acquired businesses within a global manufacturing framework, while overseeing

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred.
CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
7–10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting is required.
3–5 years of people leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, consolidation, and presentation of the US/Canada annual operating budget and forecasts.
Ensure timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
Drive improving financial and operational reporting, analytics, and decision-support capabilities.
Partner with operations leaders to support performance, cost management, and strategic initiatives.
Support acquisition integration within US/Canada manufacturing operations and alignment of reporting and controls.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Operations partnership

Planning & execution

Remote teams leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Tools

JD Edwards ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

PowerPoint

Database tools

Job description

Business Group Controller – US/Canada

Department: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

Description

Join Franklin Electric on our mission to empower communities with sustainable water management solutions, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping a better future for generations to come.

The Business Group Controller – US/Canada Operations provides financial leadership across cost accounting, network analysis, and operational FP&A for the US/Canada Operations organization. This role oversees financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and Franklin Electric policies. The BU Controller partners closely with operations leadership to drive performance, support strategic decision making, and enable the successful financial integration of acquired businesses into global manufacturing operations, while leading a US/Canada operations finance team.

Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.

Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

MOVE FORWARD WITH US

What you will be doing:

Lead the development, consolidation, and presentation of the US/Canada 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 US/Canada 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 US/Canada manufacturing operations, including alignment of processes, reporting, and controls.

Support the US/Canada 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.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

People Leadership Responsibilities:
- Directly and indirectly manage supervisory and non supervisory employees.
- Recruit, onboard, develop, and retain top talent.
- Plan, assign, and direct work; evaluate performance; address employee issues; and foster professional development.
- Effectively manage and engage employees across multiple locations and regions.

Who we want:

Hard-working winners. Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.

Effective communicators. People who can interpret information clearly and accurately to concisely communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

What you need:

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 detail and strategic perspective.

Proven ability to partner effectively with operations leaders in a manufacturing environment.

Strong planning, prioritization, and execution skills for self and team.

Demonstrated experience managing remote and international teams.

Deep understanding of complex accounting concepts and financial principles.

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)

Certifications

CPA or CMA (preferred)

Systems & Tools

Advanced: ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred), Microsoft Excel.

Intermediate: PowerPoint, Microsoft Power BI.

Basic: Database tools.

Dont feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.

COMPANY VALUES & BENEFITS

FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as: