Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Analyst

Controller
Bloomington, MN
Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Technology

About the Opportunity
- Sr. Controller

Our client, a global manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic business partnering during a critical budget season and year-end period. This highly visible role works closely with operations and executive leadership while collaborating with international stakeholders. The position offers the potential for long-term career growth through a temp-to-hire arrangement.

Why Work Here?

• Opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and key business decision-makers
• High-impact role with strong visibility across finance, operations, and manufacturing teams
• Exposure to global business operations and international collaboration
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility with a balance of onsite engagement (4 days in / 1 day home)
• Potential for permanent employment based on performance and business needs
• Ability to start after interview process with a competitive compensation

Key Responsibilities
- Sr. Controller

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis activities
• Partner with manufacturing, operations, supply chain, procurement, and shared services leaders to drive financial performance
• Analyze product costing, operational metrics, and business results to support decision-making
• Prepare and deliver financial reporting, insights, and recommendations to leadership teams
• Support strategic finance initiatives, growth planning, and business performance improvement efforts
• Collaborate with domestic and global stakeholders on financial projects and reporting requirements
• Provide secondary support for accounting operations and transactional finance activities

Qualifications
- Sr. Controller

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience preferred
• Candidates with 5-7 years of highly relevant and transferable experience may be considered
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis
• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, supply chain, procurement, or product costing environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions through financial insights and analysis
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and business partnering skills
• Experience working with global teams and stakeholders preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively