Controller, Systems Control - St. Louis, MO

Hubbell Incorporated • Breitung Township, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller of Systems Control will be responsible for overseeing the accounting function while helping develop financial strategy to manage the company’s growth yet maintaining the core values and culture that the company was built on. He/she will need to implement rigorous processes while constantly searching for value in areas aligned with the company’s strategic objectives. This will require an individual who has a strong background in the fundamentals of accounting, accounting process and system improvements, internal controls, and is willing to be hands-on. This role will require regular travel to Iron Mountain, MI.
Systems Control is North America's leader in the design & manufacturing of solutions that protect, transmit and distribute energy from source to grid to consumer. We’re proud of the role we play in bringing energy to those who need it. A company powered by people and privately held for over 60 years, we were acquired by Hubbell Incorporated in December 2023. Systems Control is a fast-growing company and a great place for rewarding careers in skilled trades, electrical and mechanical engineering and design, manufacturing, manufacturing operations, and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 6 to 10 years of corporate accounting experience in a public company, manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Results-oriented, with a very strong drive, work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Strong computer skills, with particular emphasis on financial ERP systems and Excel.
• Ability to develop and articulate strategy coupled with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do the work.
• Outstanding analytical skills, a high degree of intellectual curiosity, and the ability to engage with senior leaders in addressing complex business issues.
• Strong communication, presentation, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• A CPA or MBA is strongly preferred.
• Hands on experience with SAP and OneStream a significant plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly closing process.
• Coordinate and manage external statutory audits and tax compliance.
• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement a continuous improvement culture and drive continuous improvement activities across all accounting process, with particular emphasis on the month-end closing process.
• Achieve budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Provide status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Endure adherence to SOX and Hubbell Accounting practices and federal, state and local.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior