Division Controller

Central States•Lowell, AR

About The Position

The Division Controller serves as the primary financial leader for an assigned business division, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and performance through accurate reporting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. The role partners closely with division leadership to drive profitability, optimize resource utilization, and align financial results with corporate objectives. The position oversees division accounting operations and financial reporting, leads budgeting and forecasting, supports operational and investment decisions, maintains internal controls, and serves as the liaison between division and corporate finance. It also supervises and develops assigned accounting and finance staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluation, time-off approval, and discipline. Work is primarily sedentary and performed in an office environment, using standard office equipment. The role may require up to 5% travel depending on business needs. Occasional lifting of office products and supplies up to 25 pounds is required, with minimal exposure to noise or temperature variations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 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.
Ability to provide leadership, direction, and guidance to assigned staff.
Ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.

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, such as NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP.

Responsibilities

Oversee division accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, inventory, and cost accounting, in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and analyses for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing actionable insights to improve financial performance.
Partner with operations leadership to analyze cost drivers, pricing, and production metrics affecting profitability.
Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with audit requirements, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.
Manage financial aspects of capital projects, business cases, and investment analyses supporting division growth and efficiency initiatives.
Partner with HR and operations on workforce planning, compensation budgeting, and incentive program tracking within financial parameters.
Coach and develop accounting and finance team members.
Act as the primary liaison between the division and corporate finance on reporting, policy, and strategic priorities.
Identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities and support their resolution.
Deliver accurate and timely statements, forecasts, and variance analyses within reporting deadlines.
Prioritize and delegate monthly close, audit, and strategic project work while maintaining quality and compliance.
Produce clear, data-driven financial reports and presentations that translate results into actionable insights.
Identify and resolve discrepancies, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies through analysis and corrective action.
Build collaborative relationships with operations, HR, and corporate finance while maintaining independent, accountable decision-making.
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to assigned staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluation, approving time off, and administering disciplinary action.
Perform other department-related duties and activities as necessary to support operations.
Exhibit the company's values: Own It, Can Do, and Act in Love.

Benefits

Employee ownership through an annual allocation of company stock under the ESOP.
401(k) with matching up to 4%.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Holiday pay.
Vacation pay.
Mental health resources.
Healthcare coordinators.
Life insurance.
Health Savings Accounts.
Flexible Spending Account.
Short-Term Disability.
Long-Term Disability.
Profit-sharing bonus.
Performance-based merit increases.
Education assistance of up to $5,250 each year.
Paid time off to support a cause in the community.