Americas Controller

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18h

About The Position

The Americas Controller will lead financial strategy for a high-growth food manufacturing operation with 65 employees that is expanding to a second site. The role has responsibility for the Americas P&L and supports the operation’s growth across the Americas region, with an ownership trajectory described. It partners directly with International HQ on consolidation, pricing, and strategic KPIs, and oversees financial activities related to launching the next site. Regular travel to European HQ is required for alignment.

Requirements

At least 7 years of manufacturing controlling experience.
Experience as a plant controller or in cost accounting leadership, with readiness for regional scope.
Fluency with SAP and PowerBI.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally a few times a year for training and reporting.

Nice To Haves

Food, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or ingredients industry experience.
Lucanet experience.
International experience.
CPA or CMA certification.

Responsibilities

Lead the Americas P&L, budgeting, and forecasting.
Oversee financial activities for the launch of a second site.
Drive cost optimization across production and inventory.
Manage consolidation reporting and pricing strategy in partnership with International HQ.
Use SAP and PowerBI dashboards and drive process automation.
Travel to European HQ for alignment.