Division Controller

Harmer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmer is seeking a Division Controller for a growing global manufacturing organization. This high-visibility role reports to VP Finance and partners with operations to drive process improvements and standard costing. You will lead a team, manage month-end close, ensure U.S.

GAAP compliance, and provide actionable insights to divisional leadership. Experience with SAP or Oracle is preferred. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in manufacturing finance, strong leadership, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Approximately 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and inventory accounting.
• Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close with timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee manufacturing accounting, including standard costing and inventory valuation.
• Manage consolidated financial reporting, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance.
• Partner with operations to analyze performance and support budgeting/forecasting.
• Lead cost center reporting, variance analysis, and divisional management reporting.
• Coordinate external audits, tax compliance, and corporate reporting requirements.
• Manage cash forecasting and treasury activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and automation.
• Develop and mentor the accounting team and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic partnership

Process Improvement

Team Management

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Harmer has been engaged by our client to identify a Division Controller for a growing global manufacturing organization. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys partnering with operations, driving process improvements, and leading a high-performing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Opportunity Highlights:

• High-visibility leadership role reporting directly to the VP Finance with broad exposure across the accounting function.
• Opportunity to lead and mentor an accounting team while partnering closely with manufacturing and operational leadership.
• Play a key role in strengthening accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Broad exposure across operational accounting, financial reporting, inventory, and process improvement initiatives.
• Opportunity to help enhance systems, streamline workflows, and improve the overall accounting function.
• Stable, growth-oriented organization offering long-term career development.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process while ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee manufacturing accounting, including standard costing, inventory valuation, fixed assets, and cost of goods sold.
• Manage consolidated financial reporting, account reconciliations, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Partner with operations to analyze financial performance, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide actionable business insights.
• Lead cost center reporting, variance analysis, and management reporting for divisional leadership.
• Coordinate external audits, tax compliance activities, and corporate reporting requirements.
• Manage cash forecasting and support treasury and banking activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase automation.
• Develop, mentor, and lead an accounting team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Approximately 10+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in both financial accounting and standard cost accounting.
• Experience leading month-end close and preparing financial reporting in a manufacturing business.
• Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP systems preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, inventory accounting, fixed assets, and manufacturing finance.
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams and partnering across business functions.