Controller

Southwire Company; Bremen (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health, Life, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC, a leader in technology and innovation and one of North America's largest wire and cable producers, seeks a Controller to provide authoritative leadership over accounting, financial reporting, controls, and performance optimization in a complex electrical industry environment.

This role interfaces with senior management and cross-functional partners to drive strategic planning, data‑driven decision‑making, audit readiness, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 5+ years experience
• 3 years experience within manufacturing is required
• MPAcc or MBA in Accounting or Finance degrees are preferred
• CPA, CMA, CGMA or equivalent professional certification are preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex financial functions in governance and regulatory compliance
• Develop strategy for accounting, financial controls, and performance initiatives
• Oversee financial close processes, reporting accuracy, internal controls, and audit readiness
• Approve financial statements, reconciliations, and key accounting judgments with GAAP
• Implement systems to improve financial reporting, data integrity, and analytics
• Advise senior leadership by interpreting financial results, market data, and trends
• Coordinate with auditors, regulators, financial institutions, and external advisors
• Coach finance and accounting professionals and promote professional development
• Counsel internal stakeholders on financial policies and controls

Skills

Financial governance

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MPAcc or MBA in Accounting or Finance

CPA/CMA/CGMA or equivalent

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Controller

Acts as a recognized financial expert within the organization by providing authoritative leadership over accounting, financial reporting, controls, and performance optimization in a complex electrical industry environment. Interprets internal and external business, regulatory, and market issues to recommend best practices and enterprise-level financial solutions, applying specialized depth of expertise and broad business perspective. Operates with a high degree of independence while aligning closely with senior management and cross-functional partners to support strategic planning, internal performance optimization, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Job Description

• Acts as a specialist in financial governance, accounting operations, and regulatory compliance by overseeing complex financial functions and ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, industry standards, and electrical-sector requirements.
• Develops strategy for accounting, financial controls, and performance optimization initiatives by adapting frameworks and priorities to address evolving business needs, regulatory changes, and operational complexity.
• Applies highly developed accounting, financial analysis, and risk management expertise to oversee financial close processes, reporting accuracy, internal controls, and audit readiness across electrical operations.
• Approves and authorizes financial statements, reconciliations, and key accounting judgments, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Implements systems to improve financial reporting, data integrity, and performance analytics, leveraging technology, process automation, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency and decision support.
• Advises senior leadership and develops actionable insights by interpreting financial results, market data, and operational trends to influence strategic planning, investment decisions, and organizational priorities.
• Interfaces and coordinates externally with auditors, regulators, financial institutions, and external advisors, serving as the primary financial authority on compliance, reporting standards, and complex accounting matters.
• Provides guidance to and coaches finance and accounting professionals by setting expectations, reviewing work quality, and strengthening technical capability, judgment, and professional development within the team.
• Instructs and counsels internal stakeholders on financial policies, controls, and best practices while correcting issues, reinforcing accountability, and promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 5+ years experience
• 3 years experience within manufacturing is required
• MPAcc or MBA in Accounting or Finance degrees are preferred
• CPA, CMA, CGMA or equivalent professional certification are preferred

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.