Site Controller

Industrial Electric Manufacturing•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

About IEM Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale. Position Summary The Site Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the Jacksonville manufacturing site, including the monthly close process, account reconciliation and analysis, inventory accuracy and production variance analysis, reporting monthly financial results, cash forecasting, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
7+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience, preferably within large-scale manufacturing or complex, multi-entity environments, including increasing responsibility for financial reporting, controls, and operational support.
Demonstrated high level of ethical conduct, integrity, and professionalism in handling confidential financial and operational information
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, cost accounting, and core accounting principles within a manufacturing or site-based environment
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and site leadership to support business decision-making
Solid financial management experience including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting at the site or business unit level
Experience supporting performance management through KPI tracking, financial analysis, and actionable insights to improve operational efficiency
Demonstrated leadership capability, including influencing site leaders, mentoring junior staff, and driving accountability across finance processes
High level of personal effectiveness with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced onsite environment
Strong professional credibility with the ability to serve as a trusted financial partner to plant/site leadership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
Ability to present financial results, risks, and recommendations confidently to cross-functional and senior leadership teams

Nice To Haves

Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee the activities of the accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, monthly financial statements, and annual audits.
Serve as a partner to site leadership providing financial insights in decision making.
Own the monthly close process for the site including all accruals, intercompany accounting, inventory accounting, manufacturing variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
Complete analysis of monthly results including P&L and balance sheet variance analysis.
Manage all fixed asset and operating/finance lease accounting processes and procedures.
Provide cash forecasting information to Corporate team.
Interact with Tax to supply required documentation to ensure timely completion of income tax returns.
Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data to enhance the company’s value.
Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.
Supervision of Personnel This role will be responsible for supervision/management of the Staff Accountant(s).