Senior Business Controller

Norton Lilly International•Mobile, AL

About The Position

The Senior Business Controller supports and drives financial performance across a growing network of maritime services and logistics operations. The role combines FP&A, financial controlling, business partnering, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance management, working closely with operational and commercial leaders. As a trusted advisor to business leadership, the Senior Business Controller provides actionable financial insights, identifies opportunities to improve profitability, challenges assumptions, and supports strategic decision-making. The role focuses on connecting financial data to operational performance and business outcomes across a complex, multi-site organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
6+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, Business Controlling, Commercial Finance, Financial Management, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting operational or commercial business leaders.
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, management reporting, and performance analysis.
Experience presenting financial insights and recommendations to management.
Strong understanding of financial statements, management accounting, and profitability analysis.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
Ability to identify root causes and develop business-focused solutions.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong business partnering and stakeholder management abilities.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and collaborative.

Nice To Haves

Experience in logistics, transportation, maritime services, industrial services, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive industries.
Experience in multi-location, decentralized, or multinational organizations.
Experience improving financial processes and reporting capabilities.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, or similar ERP and business intelligence platforms.
Team leadership, project leadership, or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

Own financial performance analysis for assigned business units, service lines, and operating locations.
Analyze revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, operating income, and key operational KPIs.
Identify and explain variances versus budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
Partner with operational and commercial leaders to understand business drivers and improve results.
Lead monthly business reviews and performance discussions.
Identify financial risks, opportunities, and profitability improvement initiatives.
Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations.
Track the financial impact and execution of performance improvement initiatives.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
Develop and maintain driver-based financial forecasts and financial models.
Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and strategic planning support.
Evaluate the financial implications of changing business conditions and operational decisions.
Support executive leadership with decision-support analysis and recommendations.
Improve forecast accuracy and financial visibility across the organization.
Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful management reporting.
Develop dashboards, KPI reporting, and business performance analytics.
Use ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools to enhance decision-making.
Improve financial processes, reporting standards, and analytical capabilities.
Identify automation opportunities and reporting efficiencies.
Support the ongoing development of financial planning and performance management processes.
Build strong relationships with finance, operations, and commercial stakeholders.
Share best practices and provide guidance to finance team members.
Support a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
Demonstrate leadership through initiative, ownership, and commercial judgment.
Contribute to the continued evolution of the Finance and FP&A function.