Controller

Norsk Hydro; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Retirement Savings Plans with Company

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions is seeking a Controller to lead financial operations for the Gainesville, GA plant. You will manage monthly closings, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring strong internal controls and fiscal discipline across the operation.

The role requires a BS in Accounting or Finance and at least 5 years in accounting with cost focus and ERP experience. Experience with Oracle/SAP/Hyperion is preferred, with CPA/CMA a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience with a focus in cost accounting and managerial experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, AS400, Hyperion, ADP, Ultimate).

Responsibilities

• Completes monthly closing cycles to reflect financial position (P&L, capital base, cash from operations).
• Oversees monthly physical inventories.
• Provides financial analysis support to line managers and Plant Manager.
• Plans, forecasts and budgets for the operation.
• Monitors internal controls and safeguarding of company assets.
• Directs procurement activities and ensures alignment with company values.

Skills

Cost accounting

Managerial experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle

SAP

AS400

Hyperion

ADP

Ultimate

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary

The Controller provides leadership and direction for managing the operation’s financial position financial interpretation, assets, procurement activity, payroll hours administration system, and internal controls. Directs the development of annual operating plans, departmental budgets, monthly/quarterly forecasts, cost reduction initiatives/recommendations and profitability.

What you will be doing

• Successfully completes monthly closing cycles to properly reflect the financial position of the plant - profit & loss, capital base and cash from operations.
• Directs and oversees monthly physical inventories.
• Provides financial analysis support/guidance to all line managers and Plant Manager.
• Directs and completes the planning, forecasting and budgeting processes of the operation.
• Monitors the financial policies, practices and procedures of the operation
• Ensures the necessary internal controls (and compensating controls) to safeguard the
• Company's Assets and adheres to the company’s financial management policies.
• Directs the activities and provides leadership to the procurement employees of the operation, ensuring all Company Values are inherent in daily performance of responsibilities.
• Manage capital spending requests, including calculating payback and developing sound business cases to present to management requesting capital funds.
• Provides financial and manufacturing analysis of both a recurring and ad-hoc nature to management outside of the operations.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus in cost accounting and managerial experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in systems such as: Oracle, SAP, AS400, Hyperion, ADP, Ultimate, full ERP capabilities

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• CMA or CPA a plus

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

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