Divisional Controller — Global Manufacturing Finance Leader

Geneva Search Partners LLC; Milwaukee (WI); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Geneva Search Partners LLC is seeking a strategic and hands-on Divisional Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a key manufacturing unit in Milwaukee. This role will partner with senior leadership to drive financial performance, oversee cost accounting, fixed assets, budgeting, and forecasting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in accounting/finance with a manufacturing background, US GAAP expertise, ERP and Excel proficiency, and the ability to deliver actionable analyses

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing industry experience is required.
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory accounting, and fixed asset management.
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Thorough understanding of US GAAP and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and business partnering skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, international business environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead all divisional accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and company policies.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage and develop the cost accounting function, including product costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Direct fixed asset accounting, including capital expenditure tracking, depreciation, asset controls, and physical inventory procedures.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, operating results, and key performance indicators.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities for the division.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and plant leadership to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Monitor inventory controls and ensure the accuracy of inventory reporting.
• Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling and analysis.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within accounting and finance processes.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development to accounting staff.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Business partnering

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Outils

Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

Geneva Search Partners LLC is seeking a strategic and hands-on Divisional Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a key manufacturing unit in Milwaukee. This role will partner with senior leadership to drive financial performance, oversee cost accounting, fixed assets, budgeting, and forecasting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in accounting/finance with a manufacturing background, US GAAP expertise, ERP and Excel proficiency, and the ability to deliver actionable analyses