Division Controller

Division ControllerGreater Akron, OH (Relocation Available)Competitive Compensation, 20% Bonus, Equity, Full Benefits, Leadership VisibilityImmediate opening for a senior finance leader responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and performance of financial reporting across multiple plants ($500M+) in the United States. This role drives operational decision-making, proactively manages financial performance, and partners closely with plant and operations leadership to improve cash flow, reduce invested capital, and deliver continuous improvement in cost and productivity.Organization HighlightsGlobal manufacturing organization with complex, multi-site operationsHigh-visibility role partnering directly with plant and operations leadershipStrong emphasis on continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellenceOpportunity to influence financial performance at both plant and enterprise levelsSelect ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and develop plant finance associates across the North American manufacturing organization, fostering engagement, accountability, and results orientation.Own the review and integrity of monthly financials and KPI reporting for manufacturing plants, ensuring compliance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.Lead the annual and long-range business planning process for plant operations, incorporating productivity, sourcing, and cost targets.Prepare monthly rolling forecasts and deliver clear, actionable variance analysis and scenario-based insights to plant and operations leadership.Drive proactive financial performance management, including corrective actions to improve margins, reduce invested capital, and enhance cash flow.Implement and continuously improve business processes, systems, policies, and internal controls to ensure accounting rigor supports operational goals with the highest level of integrity and ethics.Develop and maintain inventory policies and controls across global operations, including cycle counts, physical inventories, forecasting, and variance analysis.Serve as the primary finance contact for internal and external audits, coordinating documentation, responses, and issue resolution.Collaborate effectively within a matrixed global organization and travel as business needs require.Desired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 10+ years of progressive financial experience, including operational controllership in a manufacturing environment.Manufacturing finance or controllership experience desiredCost Accounting a plusPeople management required (position manages up to 10 Controllers via 4 direct reports). Focus is on oversight of finance across multiple sitesChallenge plant controllers on forecast assumptions, actual spend, and cost disciplineDrive continuous improvement and operational accountability across the networkCoach direct reports on plant performance and financial executionMonitor expenses, lead cross-functional projects, and strengthen business partneringFocus on financial operations within the bearing manufacturing organizationStrong expertise in manufacturing finance, variance analysis, root cause analysis, and operational decision support.Demonstrated ability to influence and execute effectively within a matrix organization.Advanced proficiency in SAP and Excel; strong systems and process orientation.