Controller

Our client is recognized worldwide as a pioneering provider of industrial solutions and stands out for its commitment to continuous innovation and industry leadership. With a century of expertise, their products are embedded in essential industrial systems globally. The company's legacy is built on a foundation of values, including integrity, collaboration, and a drive for results.

What makes our client an exceptional workplace is its dedication to fostering open-mindedness, confidence, and professional growth, empowering individuals to contribute bold ideas, challenge conventions, and achieve meaningful results. Employees benefit from a supportive, collaborative culture where their voices matter and personal development is truly valued. Be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that shapes innovative solutions and helps address real-world challenges every day.

• Lead all US accounting operations with a strong emphasis on manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, overhead absorption, and labor and burden rates.
• Oversee accounting for plant operations, including raw materials, WIP, finished goods, scrap, rework, capitalization of manufacturing assets, and cycle counts/physical inventories.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition, including Percentage of Completion (POC) for project-based manufacturing.
• Direct timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for US manufacturing entities in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, plant-level P&Ls, and management reporting, ensuring transparency into manufacturing performance and cost drivers.
• Coordinate and standardize US monthly reporting, annual budgeting, and quarterly forecasting activities.

• Establish, maintain, and continuously enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, including year-end audit activities.
• Develop, implement, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistency and control.

• Key finance business partner to US operations, sales, and project management teams.
• Provide financial insight and analysis on margins, cost drivers, SG&A, working capital, and profitability.
• Support pricing, customer quotes, and project reviews in line with divisional and group guidelines.
• Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance reviews.
• Review and support capital expenditure requests and investment proposals for US operations.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the US accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build depth of capability within the team through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement across all finance functions worldwide.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible accounting and financial leadership experience, including significant experience in a global manufacturing environment.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, global accounting practices, internal controls, and financial governance.
• Strong experience with ERP systems (SAP ECC preferred) and financial systems implementation or optimization.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and influence teams across cultures and geographies.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and alignment with our client's values of collaboration, innovation, and results-driven excellence.