Global Finance Controller & Strategy Leader

Professional Placement Services, LLC; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Placement Services, LLC in Massillon, OH is seeking a Senior Controller to lead accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis for a global manufacturing organization. You will partner with North American and European leadership to improve profitability, drive strategic decisions, and modernize reporting systems with ERP enhancements and Power BI.

The role requires 5+ years of leadership in accounting/finance, a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, and strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership in accounting, finance, or controlling.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel; Power BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Partner with executives to improve profitability and strategic decisions.
• Develop forecasts, analyze trends, and provide growth recommendations.
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for North American operations.
• Champion modernization initiatives including ERP enhancements and Power BI reporting.
• Oversee accounting operations while collaborating with IT to improve systems.
• Manage audits, insurance programs, credit policies, and financial compliance.
• Build, coach, and develop high-performing accounting and finance professionals.
• Serve as a trusted business partner to leadership, auditors, legal counsel, recruiting partners, and global stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with corporate finance teams in Europe to ensure alignment across international operations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost accounting

Excel

Power BI

Data storytelling

Communication to execs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Navision / Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Professional Placement Services, LLC in Massillon, OH is seeking a Senior Controller to lead accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis for a global manufacturing organization. You will partner with North American and European leadership to improve profitability, drive strategic decisions, and modernize reporting systems with ERP enhancements and Power BI.

The role requires 5+ years of leadership in accounting/finance, a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, and strong