Business Unit Controller; Industrial

Position Summary

The BU Controller for Copeland's Industrial Business is responsible for overseeing all accounting activities for the Business Unit, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and cost control. This role reports to the Business Unit VP of Finance and partners closely with operations leadership to drive profitability, optimize inventory management, and maintain strong internal controls.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Responsible to ensure consolidated Industrial financial statements are stated in accordance with US GAAP
  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of all accounts
  • Monitor variances and provide actionable insights
  • Assist with transition of activities to the Company’s Global Business Services organization
• Cost and Operational Accounting
  • Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead
  • Conduct cost analysis for production processes and identify opportunities for efficiency
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Partner with operations management to analyze production metrics and financial impact
  • Provide financial leadership for capital projects and ROI analysis
  • Conduct annual physical inventory in conjunction with plant management
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Ensure controls are in place and functioning within the accounting function to protect financial assets
  • Act as the financial steward for the Industrial business, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and industry standards
  • Manage field work of internal and external auditors and ensure timely completion of financial and other audits
• Strategic Leadership
  • Partner with the site leadership team to deliver actionable insights and support strategic initiatives
  • Manage a team of accounting professionals, providing oversight and skill development opportunity
  • Participate in department and company-wide projects with finance, IT and business contacts and provide other ad‑hoc analysis as needed
  • Work to seamlessly onboard the business unit into the company’s Global Business Services strategic initiative
  • Engage with technical teams and other resources working on Oracle and process improvement initiatives to identify and implement process improvement opportunities

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a relevant degree plus 7–10 or more years of relevant general accounting experience, including supervisory/management experience
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, cost accounting theories and practices, including percentage of completion accounting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including linked spreadsheets, data downloads, complex formulas and pivot tables
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and balance multiple priorities
• Demonstrated leadership, management, analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work productively as a team and independently
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship

• Prior experience with Oracle financial applications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) including advanced functions
• Strong working knowledge of international Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (e.g., IFRS)
• Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management software
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (Sigma, Power BI, Power Query)
• Advanced Excel skills
• CPA certification(s)
• Prior public accounting experience

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Work authorization. Copeland will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided.