Financial Controller

About Us

Join a talented team of engineering professionals at Vogt Power International Inc. Vogt is based in Louisville, KY and specializes in the design, manufacture and supply of equipment and solutions to the power generation industry. We are an industry leader in heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) with both domestic and international customers.

The Controller is responsible for accurate financial reporting, disciplined execution of accounting processes, and reliable cash and liquidity management. This role ensures timely closes, high-quality financial data, and consistent application of accounting standards.

• Lead the General Ledger function; ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Manage accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings and consolidations, including international operations.
• Deliver timely, high‑quality financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow).
• Manage cash forecasting, cash collection activities, and monitor liquidity needs.
• Maintain strong internal controls and adherence to accounting standards and company policies.
• Coordinate and prepare schedules for annual audits (independent, regulatory, customer).
• Manage Sales and Use Tax filings.
• Partner with FP&A and finance leadership to support forecasting and performance analysis.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide performance management to accounting staff.
• Respond to financial inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• 9–12 years of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Experience with project accounting (e.g., percentage‑of‑completion).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership, team-building, and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute within deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we include base pay ranges for all US-based job postings that encompass all potential locations and levels for the open position. Our base pay ranges are set based on the function, discipline, level and regional location and are benchmarked against companies in the same or similar industry. Final offers may vary based on multiple factors, including education, depth and relevance of work experience, relevant licenses and certifications, and may vary from the amounts listed in the job posting.

The base pay range for this Financial Controller role is $150,000 to 170,000 annually.