Division Controller

Central States • Tontitown, AR

2d

About The Position

The Division Controller serves as the primary financial leader for an assigned business division, responsible for ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and performance through accurate reporting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. This position partners closely with division leadership to drive profitability, optimize resource utilization, and align financial results with corporate objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or senior financial management role.
• Demonstrated success managing accounting operations and partnering with operational leaders in a manufacturing or multi-division environment.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with multi-entity or multi-division consolidations.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI or other financial data visualization tools.
• Experience with process improvement or ERP system implementation (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all division accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, inventory, and cost accounting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and analysis for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Lead the division’s budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes; provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to analyze cost drivers, pricing, and production metrics that impact profitability.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with audit requirements, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.
• Manage financial aspects of capital projects, business cases, and investment analyses to support division growth and efficiency initiatives.
• Partner with HR and operations to oversee workforce planning, compensation budgeting, and incentive program tracking within financial parameters.
• Coach and develop accounting and finance team members to ensure accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the division and corporate finance, ensuring alignment on reporting, policy, and strategic priorities.
• Performs other duties and activities related to the department as necessary to support overall operations and responsibilities, even if not specifically listed above.

What This Job Offers

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