Divisional Controller - Americas

The Malco Group

Annandale (MN)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 230,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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401k with company matching.

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Job summary

The Malco Group is seeking a hands-on Divisional Controller to lead the Americas accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and tight internal controls. You will oversee the full accounting team, including two local Business Controllers, across multiple entities, and partner with FP&A for budgeting and forecasting.

In this role you will drive standard policies, lead post‑acquisition integration, and optimize ERP systems to shorten the close.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 4+ years leading accounting teams.
Experience managing multi-entity close, consolidation, and external audit.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls; public accounting experience a plus.
Experience with post-acquisition integration, ERP implementations, or system consolidations preferred.
Experience in distribution-driven (2-step) business models preferred.
Proven ability to lead and develop managers and partner effectively with cross-functional leaders.
Familiarity with Traction EOS principles and ability to implement them effectively.

Responsibilities

Lead Americas accounting organization, including local Business Controllers and teams.
Own month-, quarter-, and year-end close for all Americas entities and consolidations.
Ensure US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls across entities.
Coordinate external audit and tax compliance with internal teams and advisors.
Drive cost accounting, inventory, and standard costing alignment with operations.
Lead integration of acquired brands into unified systems and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Create a consistent, scalable accounting operating model across all Americas entities

Brief Description

Role: Divisional Controller – Americas

Company: Malco Group

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Direct Reports: Local Business Controllers (2) and the Americas accounting team

Location: Hybrid – Annandale, MN

Department: Finance – Accounting

About The Malco Group

The Malco Group, formed through Aspen Pumps Group’s acquisition of Malco Tools in October 2024, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality HVACR and building construction solutions. Our portfolio includes trusted brands like Malco Tools, ACE Chemicals, C&D Valve and Veto Pro Pac Bags, delivering innovative tools, condensate pumps, cleaning chemicals, and HVACR system components to trade professionals across North America. Guided by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, we empower HVACR professionals with turnkey solutions to enhance efficiency and performance.

Position Overview

The Malco Group is seeking a hands-on, people-focused Divisional Controller to lead the accounting function across the Americas. This role owns the integrity of the division’s books and records, leading the local Business Controllers and the full accounting team to deliver an accurate, timely, and well-controlled close for every Malco Group entity in the region. This role is accountable for financial reporting accuracy, a strong internal control environment, GAAP and group reporting compliance, and the cost accounting and inventory practices that underpin margin visibility across the business. The Divisional Controller will play a critical part in post-acquisition accounting integration, standardizing accounting policies, processes, and systems across the Malco Group portfolio, and building a scalable accounting organization that supports sustainable, profitable growth. This role partners closely with FP&A, providing the reliable actuals that drive budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Leadership & Team Development

Lead, develop, and mentor the Americas accounting organization, including two local Business Controllers and their teams
Set clear priorities, performance expectations, and development plans; build bench strength and succession for key roles
Create a consistent, scalable accounting operating model across all Americas entities

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for all Americas entities, delivering accurate results on a defined close calendar
Lead consolidation of Americas results, including intercompany reconciliation and eliminations
Deliver timely and accurate actuals reporting to the CFO and to parent company (Aspen Pumps Group) group reporting deadlines
Review balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals; investigate significant variances or unusual activity
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and group accounting and reporting requirements

Internal Controls, Audit & Tax

Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, including segregation of duties and approval authorities
Develop, document, and enforce standardized accounting policies and procedures across all Malco Group entities
Lead the annual external audit and serve as primary point of contact for auditors
Coordinate tax compliance (income, sales and use, property, and other filings) with internal teams and external advisors

Cost Accounting & Inventory

Oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, physical inventory and cycle count processes, and manufacturing variance analysis
Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure cost drivers, bills of material, and routings are accurately reflected in the books
Ensure accurate product costing to support gross margin and product profitability reporting
Monitor accounting-related performance metrics including gross margin, inventory turns, reserves, and cost variances

Transactional Accounting & Working Capital

Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and cash/bank reconciliation processes
Monitor working capital balances (receivables, inventory, payables) and drive process improvements that support cash conversion
Provide accurate cash and working capital data to support FP&A cash flow forecasting

Integration, Systems & Process Improvement

Lead accounting integration of acquired brands into unified systems, chart of accounts, processes, and reporting
Drive ERP optimization, automation, and process improvements to shorten the close and improve data quality
Support financial due diligence on accounting matters for potential acquisitions
Lead or support special projects assigned by the CFO

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA strongly preferred
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing or distribution, including 4+ years leading accounting teams
Demonstrated success managing a multi-entity close, consolidation, and external audit
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and standard cost accounting; public accounting experience a plus
Experience with post‑acquisition integration, ERP implementations, or system consolidations preferred
Experience in distribution‑driven (2‑step) business models preferred
Proven ability to lead and develop managers and to partner effectively with cross-functional leaders
Familiarity with Traction EOS principles and ability to implement them effectively.

Benefits And Perks