Finance Manager, Energy Systems — Strategic Close & Growth

Franklin Electric Co.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Electric Co. is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the monthly close for Energy Systems, ensure accurate reporting, and strengthen internal controls. You will partner with energy leaders to drive profitability and improve P&L and working capital outcomes.

The role blends controllership with strategic business partnership, requiring oversight of accounting, compliance, and audit readiness, while delivering actionable insights for leadership decisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and data analysis.
• Ability to translate insights into actionable business actions.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close for Energy Systems, ensuring timely and accurate results.
• Lead segment consolidation and reporting for actuals, forecasts, and budgets.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, controls, and governance.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requests and tax inputs as needed.
• Provide margin, cost-to-serve, and working capital insights to leadership.
• Drive automation and standardization of close and reporting workflows.

Skills

Experience emphasis

Influence senior executives

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

Tools

JD Edwards (JDE)

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

Franklin Electric Co. is seeking a Finance Manager to lead the monthly close for Energy Systems, ensure accurate reporting, and strengthen internal controls. You will partner with energy leaders to drive profitability and improve P&L and working capital outcomes.

The role blends controllership with strategic business partnership, requiring oversight of accounting, compliance, and audit readiness, while delivering actionable insights for leadership decisions.