Division Controller

Korn Ferry; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Korn Ferry is seeking a hands-on Division Controller to lead core accounting and financial reporting for a growing, global manufacturing organization with multi-site operations. You will own the close, controls, and a developing team, reporting to the VP/Global Controller with visibility to senior leadership.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing, CPA preferred, and a hands-on leadership style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience including leadership.
• 5+ years in multi-site, multi-geography manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing cost accounting and variance analysis experience.
• CPA preferred; public accounting/audit valued.
• Strong US GAAP, financial reporting, GL, controls, close process knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and ERP competence (SAP/Oracle); BI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the accounting close and reporting process for two divisions/sites.
• Lead and develop the accounting team with coaching and oversight.
• Maintain strong accounting controls and US GAAP compliance.
• Partner with operations and leadership to drive scalable processes.
• Improve and standardize processes as the organization scales.

Skills

US GAAP

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

ERP & analytics

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Tableau/Power BI

Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for a hands-on Division Controller to lead core accounting and financial reporting activities for a growing, global, multi-site manufacturing organization.

This is a true accounting leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys owning the close, maintaining strong controls, developing a team, and partnering with operations. You will report to the VP/Global Controller, and visibility to senior leadership, and the chance to improve processes as the business continues to scale.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Serious growth: The business has doubled in size in just the last three years and is projected to be over $1B over the next four years.
• A defined career path: Succession planning is part of the conversation from day one, with potential advancement in approximately 18-24 months.
• Multiple paths forward: Future opportunities could remain within the Cincinnati headquarters or expand into the larger organization, depending on career goals and mobility.
• Excellent benefits: A competitive benefits package complements the overall compensation offering.
• Compensation: Salary up to 155k base DOE + lucrative bonus
• Hybrid work schedule: One day/week work from home

What You'll Do

• Own the accounting close and reporting process, overseeing the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet integrity for two divisions/sites.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, providing coaching, oversight, and support while maintaining high standards for accuracy and deadlines.
• Maintain strong accounting controls and compliance, ensuring adherence to US GAAP, company policies, tax requirements, and reporting standards.
• Partner closely with operations and business leaders, bringing strong accounting insight to a growing and increasingly complex organization.
• Improve and standardize processes as the organization grows, helping create a stronger, more scalable accounting function.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including accounting leadership responsibility.
• 5+ years of experience within a multi-site, multi-geography manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing experience and general understanding of cost accounting, variance analysis is required
• CPA preferred; public accounting or audit experience is also highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, controls, and the close process.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP such as SAP or Oracle, Tableau or Power BI experience or similar are preferred
• A hands-on, collaborative leadership style with the ability to work effectively across accounting, operations, and senior leadership.

Why Make the Move?

If you're already happy in your current role, this is the kind of opportunity that may still be worth a conversation.

Our client is growing, acquiring, investing, and planning for the next generation of leadership. They are looking for someone who can take ownership today and be ready for a bigger seat tomorrow.

For the right person, this isn't simply another Controller position. It is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing business with $1B in its sights and a succession plan that could create the next career step within 18-24 months.