BU Controller- BUCON004015
About the role
The Industrial Matting Business Unit Controller will play a vital role in JSG's global finance transformation. The position will be responsible for overseeing financial performance and providing strategic insight as we work to transform the JSG, Industrial Matting business (aka "NoTrax"). This includes financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, operations finance activities, and providing strategic advice.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the business unit.
- Elicit insight from the reviews that can be communicated to Senior Leadership to drive key decision making.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Consolidate financial statements for the entire group, reflecting the combined financial position and performance.
- Help drive focused insights into key drivers of site operational performances (PPV, absorption impact, and key cost drivers).
- Develop and manage the budgeting process, coordinating with the local leadership team and Business Unit General Managers to establish the appropriate financial targets.
- Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with local, national, and company-wide fiscal policies.
- Coordinate as needed with JSG's ax Manager to ensure compliance across our relevant tax positions (including local, state, and federal regulations).
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making by senior management.
- Take a proactive role in helping to forward steer the business.
- Evaluate and make thoughtful recommendations regarding capital investment opportunities, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
- Build analytical-based forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans that help guide the business on a go-forward basis.
- Drive strong operations finance principles.
- Partner with Senior Leadership to develop and track operations KPIs that will drive efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.
- Coordinate and oversee the annual standard cost roll.
- Understand and monitor cost accounting variances and identify suggestions to improve unfavorable variances.
- Ensure proper inventory tracking and collections of labor/shop floor activity, including physical inventories.
- Help implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive analysis and control measures.
- Lead and mentor a team of financial professionals responsible for subsidiary-level accounting and reporting.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the finance team.
- Communicate financial performance, trends, and forecasts to senior leadership team and other relevant stakeholders.
- Work across functions to help communicate inefficiencies while being a resource to help problem-solve areas of improvement for the business.
- Help oversee the implementation and integration of financial systems and technology platforms to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
- CPA or MBA preferred.
- 7 - 10 years or progressive experience in financial management and reporting roles.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards.
- Advanced proficiency with Excel is required.
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Syteline, etc.).
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and drivers of plant variances.
- Proactive analysis and control measures.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for safety and environmental protection.
Skills
- Financial management and reporting.
- Cost accounting principles.
- Financial regulations and compliance.
- Financial analysis and strategic planning.
- Internal controls and risk management.
- Team management and development.
- Stakeholder communication.
- Systems and technology integration.
Benefits
The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $160,000 to $175,000. Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets. Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.