Strategic Finance Controller – Manufacturing Leader

Dover Corporation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation's Acme Cryogenics unit seeks a strategic finance leader to oversee financial operations for four US manufacturing locations. You will ensure US GAAP compliance, drive financial planning, and partner with operational leaders to enable growth and operational excellence.

You will lead forecasting, budgeting, capital planning, and internal controls, mentor the finance team, and convey financial insights to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other related discipline.
• CPA and/or CMA preferred. MBA a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial company; with at least three years in a leadership role.
• Experience creating, developing, and leading a team of direct reports (solid and dotted line).
• Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting required.
• Experience with financial ERP system.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership for Acme Cryogenics and its four US manufacturing locations.
• Ensure that financial reporting is accurate, timely, well understood, and in accordance with US GAAP and Dover/OPW policies.
• Serve as member of the Acme leadership team and provide financial support to operational, commercial, and other leaders across multiple sites.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to drive growth while supporting CES and OPW objectives.
• Lead monthly forecast, annual strategic plan, and annual budget processes for the Acme unit.
• Support CES Finance Director on reporting, analysis, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare capital expenditure proposals and monitor investment performance.
• Ensure audits and compliance with internal/external requirements.
• Lead and develop Finance and Accounting team members.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial planning

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

MBA a plus

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Dover Corporation's Acme Cryogenics unit seeks a strategic finance leader to oversee financial operations for four US manufacturing locations. You will ensure US GAAP compliance, drive financial planning, and partner with operational leaders to enable growth and operational excellence.

You will lead forecasting, budgeting, capital planning, and internal controls, mentor the finance team, and convey financial insights to senior leadership.