Business Line Controller (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials•Scranton, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Shapes Business Line Controller to serve as the financial leader for our GEP and PE Shapes business lines, providing strategic financial guidance that supports growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This highly visible position collaborates with commercial teams, plant operations, and executive leadership to deliver financial insight, improve decision-making, and drive business performance. You'll have full P&L responsibility while leading financial planning, forecasting, cost analysis, and a team of Managerial Accountants across multiple manufacturing sites.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
8–10 years of progressive experience in cost accounting, financial accounting, or manufacturing finance
Previous Controller or Controlling experience within a manufacturing environment required
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, product costing, financial planning, and financial analysis
Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and full P&L responsibility
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Proven leadership experience with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
Strong business acumen, integrity, and a passion for continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or MBA
Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations
Experience partnering with Commercial, Operations, and Executive Leadership teams
Strong background in cost accounting, pricing strategy, KPI development, and financial performance analysis

Responsibilities

Lead Business Line Financial Strategy: Serve as the financial leader for the Shapes (GEP and PE) business lines.
Partner with Business Line Managers and leadership teams to provide strategic financial guidance and support.
Develop a deep understanding of business operations, products, and financial drivers to influence key business decisions.
Participate as a key member of the business leadership team by providing financial analysis, recommendations, and strategic insights.
Support business initiatives that drive growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
Own Financial Performance & P&L Management: Maintain full Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for the Shapes business lines.
Ensure the accuracy of product line profitability, cost allocations, and financial reporting.
Perform detailed financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and business risks.
Deliver meaningful financial reporting that supports operational and commercial decision-making.
Monitor key financial metrics and provide recommendations to improve business performance.
Drive Financial Analysis & Business Improvement: Analyze product margins, material margins, KPIs, and operational performance to identify improvement opportunities.
Provide financial guidance for pricing strategies, commercial activities, and customer quotations.
Partner with business leaders to develop initiatives that improve profitability and operational performance.
Perform ad hoc financial analyses that support strategic business initiatives and executive decision-making.
Partner with Manufacturing Operations: Collaborate with plant leadership and Managerial Accountants across multiple manufacturing facilities.
Support plant cost analyses, product costing, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
Measure and report the financial impact of operational improvement projects.
Drive continuous improvement in cost accounting processes, financial reporting, and business controls.
Lead Planning, Forecasting & Team Development: Partner with business leadership to develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-range business plans.
Support the Americas Controller with consolidated budgeting and forecasting activities.
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of Managerial Accountants.
Foster employee development, succession planning, and continuous learning within the finance organization.
Build a collaborative, high-performing team focused on operational excellence and business partnership.