Strategic Finance Controller | GAAP, Audit & Growth Partner

Burckhardt Compression AG.; Texas; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression AG. is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with U.S. and international accounting standards. This strategic role will support informed decision-making and maintain financial integrity across the company’s divisions.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, at least 10 years of experience in controlling roles, and a strategic mindset. Proficiency in ERP systems and strong leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting or controlling roles, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
• International experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, half-year, and annual financial close process.
• Direct and manage the Accounting and Finance team.
• Serve as a business partner to division leaders and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Attention to detail

Analytical rigor

Problem-solving skills

Excellent leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Burckhardt Compression (US) is seeking a Financial Controller. This role is a key strategic partner responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international accounting standards, and supporting informed decision-making across Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc.’s Systems and Services divisions. This role is central to maintaining financial integrity, consistency, and transparency across the company’s manufacturing, service, and sales operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, half-year, and annual financial close process in accordance with Swiss GAAP FER, U.S. GAAP, and local regulations.
• Responsible for the accounting function for the Systems and Services Divisions of Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. (BCUS), including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll accounting, consolidation and reporting.
• Direct and manage the Accounting and Finance team for both BCUS divisions
• Support the VP Finance with forecasting and budgeting processes for both BCUS divisions.
• Monitor and analyze costs to identify savings opportunities and improve efficiency.
• Serve as a business partner to division leaders, cost center managers and cross-functional teams.
• Communicate results, analyses and other matters as needed with international corporate office management and leadership
• Assist in the coordination of the annual financial audit, ensuring that information is provided to external auditors in a timely manner and that any audit issues are communicated to the VP Finance and resolved appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Assist the VP Finance with reviewing, developing and enforcing internal control policies and procedures within the accounting department and cross-functionally, where necessary.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and ensure compliance with financial and operational policies and procedures.

Education/ Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA required).
• 10+years of experience in accounting or controlling roles, ideally in manufacturing, services or industrial sectors.
• Strategic mindset with attention to detail and analytical rigor
• Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics, SAP), Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and detail oriented.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• International experience (preferred)
• Experience leading a team including setting goals and objectives, monitoring performance and employee development
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet schedules.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.