Regional Operations Controller: Planning & Forecasting

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Operations Controller to lead regional planning, forecasting, and accounting processes. You will partner with regional leaders to translate operational drivers into financial forecasts and drive performance through analytical insight.

The role oversees month-end close, regional financial statements, KPI dashboards, and internal controls, with travel to field offices to align with segment guidance and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
• 5–8+ years of experience in financial planning & forecasting, operations finance, or controllership roles.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial modeling, and forecasting methodologies.
• Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel/BI tools.
• Significant travel required (estimated 50%), including to field offices on a recurring basis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial projections for the assigned region.
• Partner with regional leadership to translate operational drivers into accurate financial forecasts.
• Monitor performance against plan, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure planning assumptions are aligned with business segment guidance and strategic priorities.
• Oversee month-end close activities for the region, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate accounting policies.
• Prepare and review regional financial statements, management reports, and KPI dashboards.
• Maintain strong internal controls and support audit requirements as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate recognition of revenue, expenses, and accruals.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison between the region and business segment leadership.
• Communicate financial insights, risks, and opportunities in a clear, actionable manner.
• Support operational leaders with data-driven recommendations to improve efficiency, profitability, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate alignment between regional plans and segment-level expectations.
• Analyze operational metrics, cost drivers, and productivity trends to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support scenario modeling, investment evaluations, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning and reporting processes, leveraging automation and best practices.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Communication

Presentation skills

Excel/BI tools

Cross-functional partnership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

MBA or CPA (a plus)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Operations Controller to lead regional planning, forecasting, and accounting processes. You will partner with regional leaders to translate operational drivers into financial forecasts and drive performance through analytical insight.

The role oversees month-end close, regional financial statements, KPI dashboards, and internal controls, with travel to field offices to align with segment guidance and strategic priorities.