Controller

Marmon-Herrington Company; Berrytown (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Marmon-Herrington Company seeks a seasoned accounting professional to lead the company’s financial planning, close procedures, and policy development in a manufacturing setting. You will ensure accurate reporting and strong internal controls while partnering with executive leadership.

The ideal candidate brings 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, with MBA or CPA preferred, and a solid foundation in GAAP, payroll, tax, and treasury activities. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• MBA/CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years progressive accounting and managerial experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the company’s financial plans and accounting practices.
• Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors and management on financial results.
• Monitor working capital, inventory, and fixed assets; oversee payroll and tax activities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

SOX compliance

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

MBA/CPA preferred

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Marmon-Herrington CompanyAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Responsible for the development of the Company’s overall financial plans, financial policies and accounting practices consistent with Marmon Policy. Performs budgeting, audit, tax, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, customer credit control, assets control and insurance activities for the company. Has specific responsibility for developing, coordinating and analyzing necessary and appropriate financial data for all departments of the business. Oversees G/L reconciliations, journal entries and all other aspects related to close. Consolidate the performance of Marmon-Herrington (M-H) for reporting to HD Components & Modification (HDCM) management.Job Duties:Prepares and performs month end closing procedures for the Company in compliance with accounting standards under US GAAPPrepare and review balance sheets, profit and loss statements, reconciliations, and other financial reports which include analyzing and explaining trends, costs, revenues, and financial metrics incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Reports organization’s finances to management.Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual forecast data to include narrative for differences to Board book forecast, budget, and prior year.Understand and supervise all daily accounting functions to include accounts payable, inventory accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.Maintains integrity of general ledger and performs monthly review and reconciliation of all ledger accounts.Conducts analysis, provides data and reports on variances, monthly and semi-annual budgets, forecast, ledgers, and other information.Maintains a strong business relationship with customers, vendors, and colleagues to meet business goals and objectivesManage relationships and communications with internal and external auditors.Assist the M-H President in facilitating current and long-range business planning, strategic planning and disaster planning.Participate as a member of M-H’s Executive Management Team.Establish and maintain systems to track business trends, including labor utilization and costs, direct and indirect materials and supplies, scrap and salvage costs, administrative expenses, etc.Oversee timely collections of receivables and disbursement of payables.Responsible for monitoring the accurate control and reporting of inventory, including annual physical inventories.Responsible for analyzing selling price, product cost and contribution margin reports while collaborating with sales, supply chain and/or other M-H support teams to identify and recommend actionable plans or rules.Review capital expenditures as appropriate, verifying payback calculations and assuring adherence to Marmon Policy.Assist with administration of participation in the Marmon Employee’s Retirement Plan (MERP).Facilitate development of capital and expense plans.Plan, manage and control tax law and financial regulation compliance and reporting.Adhoc projects, analyses, process improvements and cross-functional initiatives as needed.Reporting Structure:Reports directly to the M-H President with indirect reporting to HDCM Platform Controller with one Senior Accountant direct report.Worker Education and Experience:Four-year degree in accounting (required)MBA/CPA completed or in progress (preferred)At least 5-7 years of progressive accounting and managerial experience with demonstrated increases in responsibilities. Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.Required Skills:Exceptional personal leadership skillsExperience in operational financeExperience with SOX and GAAPExperience with Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Must have a high energy level and be willing to accept and deal with change and perform all accounting tasks as necessaryMust be able to build strong relationships with peers and colleagues in the sales, accounting, engineering, and operations functionsMust be able to work under time constraints and deadlines and produce accurate resultsMust be able to successfully manage multiple projectsMust be comfortable in a high visibility positionSome minimal travel requiredFollowing receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.