Regional Controller

Job Overview

Regional Controller (41582) for an organization in the Milwaukee area. The role requires 7+ years of accounting experience, inquisitiveness, and strong leadership. This position is onsite. Salary range: $/yr - $/yr.

• Lead plant-level accounting and cost accounting functions across three manufacturing plants, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Manage standard costing, variance analysis, and reporting on manufacturing performance, including labor, overhead, and material costs.
• Partner with plant leadership to analyze financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support operational decision-making.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory to ensure accuracy and integrity of plant financial results.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual plant financial statements and ensure timely submission.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for plant operations.
• Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and external audit requirements.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff supporting plant operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including cost accounting and plant/operations finance leadership.
• Prior plant-level manufacturing industry experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and cost accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and senior leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Seniority level:
  Director
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Accounting/Auditing and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Accounting