Strategic Subsidiary Controller

Colonial Group; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Chemical Solutions is seeking a Subsidiary Controller to serve as the senior financial leader for the subsidiary, overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis. You will partner with subsidiary leadership as a strategic advisor to improve profitability and working capital while ensuring GAAP compliance with corporate policies.

This role provides financial leadership to support operational and strategic decision‑making,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Previous Controller/Assistant Controller/Finance Director experience.
• CPA preferred.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting activities for the subsidiary, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Review financial statements, operating results, and KPIs for accuracy and consistency.
• Analyze financial performance and communicate results, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and company accounting policies.
• Partner with subsidiary leadership to improve profitability, cash flow, and ROIC.
• Provide financial guidance on pricing, inventory, and capital expenditures.
• Lead the budgeting process and periodic forecasting.
• Monitor working capital and inventory levels; manage costs across operations.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and drive process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership

Strategic partnership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

Colonial Chemical Solutions is seeking a Subsidiary Controller to serve as the senior financial leader for the subsidiary, overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial analysis. You will partner with subsidiary leadership as a strategic advisor to improve profitability and working capital while ensuring GAAP compliance with corporate policies.

This role provides financial leadership to support operational and strategic decision‑making,