FP&A Controller

Job Summary: The FP&A Controller will work cross-functionally with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), operations, commercial, and corporate leadership teams to translate production data, cost drivers, and capital activity into accurate financial reporting and clear forward visibility. This is a unique opportunity to own the full financial function from the books to the board deck while directly influencing plant-level performance, capital allocation, and long-term value creation within a manufacturing and infrastructure-oriented environment. Local candidates only, no relocation offered.In This Role You Will: Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accrualsPrepare GAAP-compliant financial statements, income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and supporting schedulesOversee general ledger integrity, chart of accounts maintenance, and the accuracy of all financial data within the Sage X3 ERP systemManage inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing cost variance analysis appropriate to a chemicals platformAdminister fixed asset accounting, including capitalization policies, depreciation, construction-in-progress tracking, and impairment considerationsOversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and treasury/cash management activitiesCoordinate the annual external audit and any tax compliance work performed by outside firmsResearch and document technical accounting issues, including revenue recognition, leases, fixed assets, and prepare position memos as neededMaintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting; identify and remediate process or control gapsOwn and maintain annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans with a focus on manufacturing costs, margins, and cash flowPartner with Operations, Supply Chain, and corporate functions to incorporate production plans, feedstock assumptions, energy costs, maintenance activities, and capital plans into financial forecastsEnsure alignment between operational plans and company strategic objectivesPerform detailed variance analysis of actual results versus budget and forecast, integrating insight directly from the close processDeliver monthly, quarterly, and annual management and board reporting packages with clear insights into executive leadership and stakeholdersIdentify key trends, risks, and opportunities related to production performance, cost structure, and profitability, and provide actionable recommendationsBuild and maintain financial models to evaluate capital projects, plant investments, and strategic initiativesAssess the financial impact of changes in production rates, yields, feedstock pricing, energy costs, and market conditionsTrack and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to manufacturing efficiency, cost control, margins, and capital efficiencyProvide data-driven insights to support continuous improvement, operational excellence, and profitability enhancementImprove accounting and FP&A processes, tools, and reporting to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and decision support, particularly around the integration of actuals into forecastsWhat We Require:Strong technical accounting foundation with deep working knowledge of US GAAP, including areas relevant to manufacturing, inventory and standard costing, fixed assets, leases, revenue recognitionDemonstrated ownership of a full monthly close cycle in a manufacturing or asset-intensive environmentAdvanced level financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting abilitiesAdvanced level Excel skills, including complex modeling and large dataset analysis, and hands-on experience with ERP systems (Sage X3 strongly preferred) and the ability to identify and drive system or process improvementsExperience coordinating external audits and working with tax and audit firmsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholdersHigh degree of organization to manage competing close-cycle and forecasting deadlinesBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA preferred8 or more years of progressive experience spanning accounting, controllership and FP&A; prior public accounting experience strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to own a close while also producing forecasts and board-level analysisManufacturing, chemicals, or other asset-intensive industry experience strongly preferredProven ability to work independently and as part of a teamAt Arcanum Infrastructure, we offer:Competitive CompensationComprehensive Employee Benefit PackagePaid Time Off (PTO)Company Paid HolidaysFlexible Work Schedules401k With 5% Company MatchArcanum Infrastructure is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity, we provide employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family and parental status, or any other status protected by law or regulations in locations where we operate.Powered by JazzHR2W9UTQP7zJ