Controller / Site Finance Partner

Regal Rexnord Corp; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Corp is seeking a Controller / Site Finance Partner to lead financial operations at their Milwaukee plant. This role requires extensive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing environment to manage monthly close, budgeting, and compliance.

Candidates should have strong expertise in SAP ERP, financial analysis, and the ability to communicate across all organizational levels. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in financial analysis and forecasting.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Own site-level financial performance including forecasting and budgeting.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.
• Drive improvements in financial processes and controls.

Skills

Plant controlling

Financial analysis

Cost accounting

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Position Overview

The Controller / Site Finance Partner is the senior finance leader for the Glendale, Wisconsin manufacturing plant. This high‑impact, individual‑contributor role is responsible for site financial performance, plant controlling, FP&A, cost accounting, compliance, and decision support for a ~$30M operation. The role partners closely with the Plant Manager and leadership team to drive financial discipline, operational insight, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on SAP ERP transformation and optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Own site-level financial performance including monthly close, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and corporate requirements.
• Maintain and improve cost accounting, standard costing, product costing, margin analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Act as site finance lead for SAP ERP transformation activities including process design, testing, implementation support, and stabilization.
• Drive improvements in financial processes, controls, and reporting through SAP and related tools.
• Train and coach non‑financial leaders on financial concepts to improve accountability and decision quality.
• Identify financial risks, cost overruns, and cost reduction opportunities through detailed financial and operational analysis.
• Lead annual budget, monthly forecast, and long‑range (3‑year) financial planning processes.
• Serve as a key business partner to the Plant Manager, supporting capital investment, make/buy, inventory, SIOP, and profitability decisions.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to support plant initiatives and strategic decision‑making.
• Maintain a strong internal controls and SOX‑compliant environment and support audits and regulatory compliance.
• Develop financial dashboards and operational metrics using SAP, Excel, and Power BI.
• Participate as an active member of the plant leadership team, contributing to operational and strategic planning.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience in plant controlling, FP&A, cost accounting, and financial analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex financial information at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with SAP ERP required; SAP transformation or implementation experience strongly preferred.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• Power BI experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

  Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [e-mail].