Region Controller

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Seven or more years of proven progressive accounting management and financial leadership experience, preferably in the construction materials industry, including at least three years in a senior leadership role overseeing complex, multi-entity financial operations.
• Demonstrated executive leadership capability, with a proven track record of building, mentoring, and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Strong financial and strategic acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, ROI analysis, and long-term business planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
• Proven ability to serve as a trusted business partner to operations, translating financial data into actionable insights.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and engage at all organizational levels.
• Uncompromising ethical standards and integrity, with sound business judgement and a demonstrated commitment to strong governance and internal controls.
• Ability to travel as required; a valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be located at, or willing to relocate to, a West Region location.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent professional certification.
• Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in construction materials or related industries, with demonstrated responsibility for P&L oversight and a track record of supporting profitable growth across multi-state and multi-business lines.
• Expertise in operations and capital planning, including safety, regulatory compliance, risk management, and execution of major investments with disciplined governance.
• Proven experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration efforts.
• Exceptional executive presence with strong financial acumen, stakeholder engagement skills, and board-level communication abilities.

• * Champion Knife River’s mission, values, and strategic goals by promoting them internally and externally to team members, customers, communities, and industry stakeholders.
• * Champion Financial Stewardship and Governance. Lead by example in promoting strong financial controls, integrity, and compliance, ensuring regional financial practices align with GAAP, SOX, and corporate governance standards.
• * Serve as a Strategic Business Partner to Operations. Collaborate with regional and state leadership to translate financial data into actionable insights that drive EBITDA growth, margin improvement, disciplined cost management, and profitable growth.
• * Lead Regional Financial Strategy & Planning. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and performance management processes to support business objectives and informed decision-making.
• * Drive Regional Standardization & Best Practices. Lead the development and implementation of standardized financial processes, policies, and procedures across the West Region to improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability.
• * Strengthen Internal Controls & Risk Management. Design and maintain a strong internal control environment that protects company assets, mitigates risk, and ensures reliable financial and operational reporting.
• * Lead & Develop Regional Finance and IT Talent. Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for State Controllers, finance, and IT teams, building strong bench strength and a high-performing finance organization.
• * Support Mergers, Acquisitions, and Integration. Partner with corporate and regional leadership on due diligence, financial evaluation, and post-acquisition integration to support growth initiatives.
• * Advance Systems and ERP Optimization. Champion continuous improvement and optimization of financial systems and technology to enhance data integrity, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency.
• * Coordinate Internal and External Audits. Oversee regional audit activities, serving as a primary liaison with auditors and ensuring the timely resolution of findings.
• * Provide Executive-Level Financial Insight. Prepare and present clear, concise financial…