US Controller Aftermarket

Dayco Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayco Inc. seeks a strategic, hands-on US Controller – Aftermarket to lead finance for its U.S. aftermarket business unit and distribution operations.

This role partners with site operations and functional leaders to manage profitability, forecast accuracy, working capital, internal controls, and decision support through clear financial analysis. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capability, expertise in accounting systems, and a background in operational finance, with at least

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or distribution.
• Strong GAAP, internal controls, and audit familiarity.
• Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Willingness to travel to Memphis ~6–8 times per year.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for US aftermarket.
• Analyze sales, costs, profitability, and cash flow to guide decisions.
• Partner with operations and sales on order activity, shipping, and profitability.
• Monitor costs and perform variance analysis across product cost, labor, freight, overhead.
• Lead inventory accounting, reserves, cycle counts, and obsolescence management.
• Ensure internal controls, GAAP compliance, and audit readiness.
• Develop finance team and drive process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

GAAP knowledge

Finance systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

GL software

Job description

About this position

Dayco is a global leader in the research, design, manufacturing, and distribution of essential engine drive systems. With a 120-year legacy, we deliver high-performance aftermarket solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers. We create value through delivering efficient products and services coupled with reliable, innovative solutions. Partnering with major automotive, industrial, and aftermarket customers, our teams focus on continuous improvement, sustainability, and customer-driven innovation.

About the role

Dayco is seeking a strategic, hands‑on US Controller – Aftermarket to lead finance for its U.S. aftermarket business unit and distribution operations. This role serves as a key business partner to site operations and functional leaders and is responsible for all site financial operations, including profitability, forecast accuracy, working capital, internal controls, and decision support through clear financial analysis.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capability, expertise in accounting systems, and a solid background in operational finance. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and finance, including experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment, as well as strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills in a fast‑paced setting.

What you will do

• Oversee all site financial operations (monthly closing, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, analysis)
• Analyze financial performance (sales, costs, profitability, cash flow) and support business decisions
• Partner with operations and sales on order activity, shipping performance, customer profitability, and forecast accuracy
• Monitor and control costs (product cost, labor, freight, overhead) and drive variance analysis
• Manage inventory accounting (valuation, reserves, cycle counts, excess & obsolete)
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, GAAP, and audit requirements (internal/external)
• Lead and develop finance team, improving processes, systems, and cross‑functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in controlling (finance/accounting roles)
• Experience in manufacturing and/or distribution environment
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, GL, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Experience with audits and internal control frameworks
• Proven leadership skills, strong communication, and continuous improvement mindset
• Availability to travel to Memphis approximately 6-8 times per year
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without current or future sponsorship

Join the Dayco Team

At Dayco, we are more than a global leader in automotive solutions. We are a team of people driven by innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Joining Dayco means becoming part of an organization that values its people, encourages new ideas, and provides opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

We believe our success comes from our people. We are committed to fostering a workplace where individuals are encouraged to bring their skills, ideas, and unique perspectives to help shape our future, and Move Forward, Always!

Dayco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering aninclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, employment decisions are made on merit, skills, and business needs, and all qualified candidates are considered fairly, regardless of race, age, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, cultural background, disability, or any other protected attribute.