Finance Controller

The Suddath Companies; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Suddath Companies seeks a Finance Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. You will drive profitability across manufacturing and distribution activities with a strong FP&A background and cross-functional collaboration.

This senior role partners with executive leadership to strengthen financial discipline, manage risk, and support strategic growth. Strong ERP and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 5 years in a controller/senior leadership role.
• Manufacturing, contract furniture, or related industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, budgeting tools, and financial reporting platforms.
• Experience with Acquisition and Integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, fixed assets, and month-end/year-end close.
• Prepare, review, and distribute timely financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
• Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and cash flow planning processes.
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Monitor manufacturing and inventory financial performance, including standard costing, inventory valuation, COGS, margin analysis, and variances.
• Partner with operations, sales, procurement, and leadership to evaluate pricing, profitability, inventory levels, and capital expenditures.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and support tax and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting accuracy, and process efficiency.
• Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff, setting priorities and ensuring high-quality output.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to support strategic planning and business decisions.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Internal controls

GAAP

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

Budgeting tools

Financial reporting platforms

ERP software

Job description

Why Choose Suddath to “Move” your Career to the Next Level?

At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive! Join a team that has a 100+ year reputation for excellence as an innovative, growing and financially stable company that is dedicated to promoting a culture that thrives on inclusion and diversity. From numerous awards to being recognized as one of the best places to work, Suddath offers a caring, family environment while providing relocation and logistics services to people and companies all around the world.

What We Offer!

A competitive wage with a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company matching

• Weekly pay for hourly-paid employees.
• Biweekly pay for salaried employees.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
• A tuition reimbursement plan where employees are encouraged to continue their education and development

For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit https://suddath.com/about/careers/ and scroll down to view our employee benefits.

General position summary:

The Finance Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls for the Perdue company. This role ensures timely and accurate financial information, supports operational decision-making, and helps drive profitability across manufacturing, inventory, and distribution activities. The Finance Controller will have strong FP&A and business analytics background. This role partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen financial discipline, improve processes, manage risk, and support strategic growth.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, fixed assets, and month-end and year-end close.

Prepare, review, and distribute timely financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.

Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and cash flow planning processes.

Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets and support compliance with GAAP and company standards.

Monitor manufacturing and inventory financial performance, including standard costing, inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, margin analysis, and operational variances.

Partner with operations, sales, procurement, and leadership teams to evaluate pricing, profitability, inventory levels, and capital expenditures.

Coordinate internal and external audits and support tax and regulatory reporting requirements.

Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting accuracy, and process efficiency.

Supervise and develop finance and accounting staff, setting priorities and ensuring high-quality output.

Provide financial insight and recommendations to support strategic planning and business decisions.

Job Skills Required:

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and GAAP.

Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial analysis in a manufacturing or furniture environment.

Ability to interpret financial results and translate data into actionable business recommendations.

Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

High attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and organizational effectiveness.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial/ERP systems.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for supervising finance and accounting team members and may include assigning work, reviewing performance, training employees, and supporting department development.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.

10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 5 years in a controller, assistant controller, or senior accounting leadership role preferred.

Manufacturing, contract furniture, or related industry experience strongly preferred.

Experience with ERP systems, budgeting tools, and financial reporting platforms required.

Experience with Acquisition and Integration is preferred

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports, business correspondence, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.

Ability to write clear reports, business communications, and executive summaries.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leadership, employees, auditors, and external business partners.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, margins, interest, variances, allocations, and forecasts.

Ability to apply concepts of accounting, finance, statistics, and business mathematics to support planning and decision-making.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, evaluate alternatives, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and apply sound judgment in complex financial and operational situations.

Computer Operations:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and the ability to effectively use ERP, accounting, budgeting, reporting, payroll, and other business systems used in the performance of job duties.

Planning/Organization:

Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize as situations and needs change throughout the workday.

Ability to manage confidential information, organize workflow, meet deadlines, and coordinate multiple responsibilities across finance and operations.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred

Working Conditions:

Cubicle working environment Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Physical/Environmental Demands:

Activity: Stand - Under 1/3 Time Walk - Under 1/3 Time Sit – Over 2/3 Time Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Over 2/3 Time Reach with hands and arms – 1/3 to 2/3 Time Climb or balance – None Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl – Under 1/3 Time Talk or hear – over 1/3 to 2/3 time Taste or smell – None Other - None

Physical Activity Level: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.

Manual Dexterity:

Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.

Special Vision Requirements:

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

The Suddath Companies is a multifaceted group of companies that specialize in worldwide corporate employee relocations, household moving, warehouse and logistics management and specialized transportation services.

The Suddath Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The Suddath Companies moves people and businesses together with our group of privately-owned companies and family of brands, including Perdue and Phase Integration.

Our mission is to serve our customers, communities and each other with the highest level of care, making lives easier by delivering in the moments that matter.

Since our inception more than 100 years ago, our values have been and continue to be at the foundation of everything we do. They are: Trust We foster an environment of trust through our integrity, dependability and accountability. We fulfill our promises to each other and our customers. Innovation We look for ways to continuously improve our customer and employee experience by challenging the status quo, taking smart risks and learning from mistakes. Teamwork We collaborate through common goals as one team, welcoming the diversity of ideas, encouraging and supporting one another and celebrating contributions. Caring We show empathy in all that we do, operating with compassion and understanding. We promote a safe and healthy work environment. Agility We overcome challenges by being nimble and resilient, quickly accepting, driving and adapting to change.

The Suddath Companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER VETERANS/DISABLED