Controller

Our client is seeking a Controller to join a world-renowned, family-owned innovator in the construction and agricultural machinery space. They are currently investing heavily in their North American operations, and that means the stability of a global giant paired with the "ground floor" excitement of a major regional expansion and significant career upside.

Key Responsibilities:
As the Controller for North American operations, you won’t just be managing books, you’ll be a key driver of growth. You will oversee financial accuracy, lead a dedicated accounting team, and provide the strategic analysis necessary to fuel a massive manufacturing scale-up.

• Financial Leadership: Direct all financial statements, budgets, and forecasts for North American operations.
• Manufacturing Excellence: Oversee cost analysis and product profitability for a state-of-the-art production facility.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop accounting staff, building a high-performing team and a pipeline for internal promotion.
• Compliance & Risk: Liaise with external auditors and international tax preparers while implementing strategies to mitigate risk.
• Strategic Advisory: Provide financial analysis for pricing, capital investments, and contract negotiations.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (CPA preferred).
• Experience: 7+ years in accounting management/general ledger, with at least 4 years in a managerial role.
• Industry Knowledge: 3–5 years of manufacturing industry experience is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to report complex data to senior management.

What sets the company apart:
Our client is a global powerhouse with 80 years of heritage.

• Global Impact: Collaborate daily with an international team across the US, UK, and beyond.
• Massive Career Growth: With heavy investment flowing into US production, this role is a springboard for long-term executive leadership.
• Strategic Freedom: As a family-owned business, we answer to customers, not shareholders. You have the autonomy to innovate and implement best-in-class financial controls.

What's Next:
Ready to lead the financial operations of a global leader during their most ambitious US expansion yet? If interested, please contact Joshua Sherry at Joshua.Sherry@robertwalters.com