Financial Controller

Job Description

Position Title: Divisional Financial Controller

Reports To: Corporate Director of Finance
Location: Mayodan, NC (full time onsite)
Department: Finance

Position Summary

The Financial Controller is responsible for leading all financial management, reporting, and control functions at the Mayodan, NC manufacturing facility of Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., a leading firearms manufacturer.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, maintaining effective internal controls, and driving cost management and operational efficiency at the factory level.

The Controller partners closely with Operations, Production, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance to provide clear financial insights and analysis that support data-driven decision-making. This role reports to the Corporate Director of Finance and operates within a centralized finance structure using Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) as the core ERP platform.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities for the manufacturing facility in accordance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings within Oracle EBS.
• Prepare detailed financial statements, variance analyses, and performance reports for Corporate Finance review.
• Support corporate consolidation processes and ensure data integrity between factory and corporate systems.
• Manage the local accounts payable team, ensuring compliance with vendor terms and conditions, with timeliness and accuracy of payments.

Cost Accounting & Inventory Control

• Manage and maintain standard costs in Oracle EBS, including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze production variances, material usage, and efficiency metrics; investigate and explain significant variances to forecast and standard.
• Oversee physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory valuation in accordance with company policy.
• Partner with Production and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate inventory tracking and cost reporting.

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Lead the site-level budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes in collaboration with Operations, Corporate Finance, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and present variance analyses to explain differences between actual results, budget, and forecast.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Implement and maintain strong internal control procedures consistent with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all financial activities comply with GAAP, internal policies, and applicable firearms industry regulations.
• Support internal and external audit processes, including SOX controls.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Partner with the Factory General Manager and local leadership team to provide financial analysis that supports operational goals, cost reductions, product costing, and process improvements.
• Support capital project evaluations and return-on-investment (ROI) analysis.
• Provide financial leadership in factory performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership & Development

• Supervise, train, and develop local accounting staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, financial integrity, and operational partnership.
• Promote alignment with corporate finance practices and Oracle EBS system standards.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA, or MBA strongly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) or a comparable ERP system; proficiency in Oracle EBS required.
• Proven success in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling proficiency.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across functions.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to confidentiality, compliance, and accountability.

Key Relationships

• Reports to: Corporate Director of Finance
• Direct Reports: Local accounting and cost analysis staff (as applicable)
• Internal Relationships: Factory General Manager, Operations, Production, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance
• External Relationships: Auditors, regulatory agencies, and vendors

Performance Objectives

• Accuracy and timeliness of factory financial reporting
• Strength of internal controls and audit results
• Forecast and budget accuracy
• Cost and efficiency improvement initiatives
• Team and cross-functional collaboration effectiveness

Work Environment