Division Controller

The Division Controller is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization through expert financial planning, analysis, and reporting. This role plays a key part in guiding financial operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering actionable insights that support long-term business growth. The Division Controller will manage and mentor the finance team, drive budgeting and forecasting efforts, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Team Management
• Lead, coach, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and alignment with company objectives.
• Oversee daily financial operations, ensuring processes are efficient, accurate, and compliant with internal controls.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the finance function.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Direct the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely financial reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance drivers.
• Provide senior leadership with critical insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.
Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead the company’s annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Develop rolling forecasts and perform variance analysis to ensure fiscal discipline and adaptability.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and suggest corrective actions where necessary.
Strategic Financial Planning
• Serve as a financial thought partner to executive leadership by offering data-driven insights and long-term financial strategies.
• Evaluate potential investments, acquisitions, and cost-saving initiatives for financial viability.
• Support initiatives to improve business performance, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
• Manage cash flow planning and ensure the organization maintains adequate liquidity.
• Implement strategies to optimize working capital and maximize return on resources.
• Partner with leadership to oversee capital expenditures, financing decisions, and debt management.
Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal policies.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive analysis and controls.
• Act as the primary liaison during audits, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
Financial Process Improvement
• Champion process optimization and automation initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Implement technology-driven solutions to streamline financial reporting and operations.
• Promote a data-centric, results-driven approach across the finance team.
Other Duties as Assigned
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified, expanded, or adjusted to reflect business needs or management requests.

Competencies
• Leadership and Team Management
• Strategic Thinking and Business Acumen
• Communication
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking
• Ethical Judgment and Integrity