Financial Controller

About the Role

We are seeking a Financial Controller who will collaborate closely with operations and management teams to deliver actionable financial insights and support strategic decision-making. This role combines Plant Controlling with Financial Controlling, including FP&A responsibility and oversight of financial reporting (Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow + key business metrics) for two manufacturing sites: Shreveport, LA and Florence, MS. Based in Shreveport, LA, the Financial Controller will lead a finance team, ensure strong internal controls and compliance, and drive financial transparency, operational performance, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including coordination with internal and external auditors.
• Manage fixed assets processes, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and treasury guidelines.
• Ensure a strong internal control environment and serve as Compliance Officer for the supported units.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning in partnership with operational and commercial leaders.
• Analyze cost structures, standard costs, and manufacturing variances.
• Conduct product profitability and margin analysis to identify cost optimization opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct regular financial performance reviews and proactively identify operational and financial improvement opportunities.
• Provide clear, actionable financial insights to leadership through performance reviews and management reporting.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Finance and Controlling professionals, fostering accountability and professional growth.
• Evaluate and continuously improve financial processes, reporting tools, and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in controlling and financial management. Experience in a managerial role is a differentiator.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, cost accounting/product costing, and financial planning processes.
• Relevant FP&A experience.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on critical thinking.
• Experience working with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred; SAP a plus).
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strategic thinking and process improvement abilities are a differentiator.
• Ability to travel domestically 10-15% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.