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Controller

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In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
Leads the finance and accounting function for a manufacturing site, overseeing financial reporting, forecasting, audits, controls, compliance, profitability, cash flow, investments, risk mitigation, and process improvement. Serves as a strategic business partner to site leadership, manages the finance team, supports customer and commercial activities, and drives talent development and retention.
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Job Summary

The “Controller” will be based in Austin, TX, reporting to Finance Director

Responsible for the total finance and accounting function of a site(s), this site leader is an integral member of the management team, acting as a critical business partner to the General Manager.


They will lead and manage the finance team to ensure accounting and financial processes and procedures are in accordance with corporate and legislative requirements.


What a typical day looks like:


  • Maximize financial returns by establishing and overseeing the financial aspects of the assigned site/business segment performance.
  • Proactively drive actions to improve profitability, cashflow and long-term performance.
  • Identify & build business cases for investments, evaluate & mitigates risks, understand foreign exchange and currencies impacts, support quotes & work with customers, drawing on strong business acumen to achieve high site performance.
  • Identify and develop opportunities for process improvements such as finance digitization efforts.
  • Ensure compliance and adherence to corporate policies, local country, and US GAAP, as well as tax, customs, and trade compliance.
  • Oversee the activities of the Accounting and Finance Department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, 12 month rolling forecasts and annual audits.
  • Establish and maintain systems and controls which safeguard company assets by verifying the integrity of all systems, processes, and data, and enhance the Company's value, including complying with the requirements of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
  • Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
  • Drive HR Strategies, Talent Development, coaching, mentoring and culture actions to recruit and retain a qualified, motivated & high performing workforce.

What we're looking to add to our team:


  • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field or equivalent experience and training.
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) is preferred.
  • A background in manufacturing/cost accounting is preferred.
  • Typically requires a minimum of 10+ years of related experience.

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SS26

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job CategoryFinance

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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