Distribution Controller - Jackson, TN (Onsite)

Stanley Black & Decker • Jackson, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Controller is an onsite member of Stanley Black & Decker’s Tools & Outdoor Americas Supply Chain team, responsible for financial operations at a distribution center. The role oversees balance sheet integrity, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, the month-end close, business risk mitigation, and the internal control environment. It partners with the Site Leader on financial operations, efficiency, productivity, strategic decisions, vendor negotiations, and business cases. The controller also manages operational reporting, performance and variance analysis, actuals, forecasts, budgets, plant accounting, and cross-functional cost-reduction initiatives. The position requires 10% travel as needed and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5–7 years of controllership experience.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle HFM or EPM, JDA or a similar warehouse management system, and Microsoft Office.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and a strong information technology background.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills, including the ability to turn large data sets into actionable insights.
• Personal drive and willingness to accept responsibility.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and deliver results.
• Ability to present and communicate confidently at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally and across business boundaries to resolve issues and complete projects.
• Ability to work independently; self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Willingness to travel 10% as needed.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or MBA.
• Controllership experience with a distribution or manufacturing company.
• Inventory-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the balance sheet and maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Lead a rigorous month-end close process, proactively identify and mitigate business risks, and foster a strong internal control environment.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Site Leader and manage the distribution center’s financial operations to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Develop business cases, support strategic decision-making, and drive vendor negotiations in collaboration with procurement.
• Present to distribution center employees and management and take responsibility for plant accounting and operations management.
• Deliver timely and accurate operational financial reports, analyze plant performance, and provide variance analysis.
• Prepare and manage actuals, forecasts, and budgets throughout the year.
• Provide management with tools and reports to support business performance.
• Lead cross-functional cost-reduction initiatives with engineering, procurement, and site operations.
• Model integrity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability benefits
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools, products, and partner programs
• Learning and development resources, including a digital learning portal, Lean Academy, and online university

What This Job Offers

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