Controller; Joint Venture

Corporate Controller (Scott Safety) (New Joint Venture) Position Summary

We are seeking a Controller for Scott Safety to join this new Joint Venture and play a critical role in building and leading the accounting function. This is a unique opportunity to shape the finance function within a newly formed, high‑visibility Joint Venture and to drive impact and results in a fast‑paced environment.

• Own the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Deliver financial reporting and insights to leadership and key stakeholders, including private equity partners.
• Lead a small accounting team, supporting cost accounting, AP, AR, and general ledger activities.
• Manage multi‑entity financials and ensure strong balance sheet integrity.
• Build and maintain internal controls aligned with US GAAP and SOX.
• Lead audit, tax, and banking relationships.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with the business to provide financial analysis and decision support.
• Lead, develop, and coach a high‑performing accounting team.
• Collaborate on ERP upgrades and system improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or general business (completed and verified prior to start).
• Eight (8) years of progressive accounting experience in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Eight (8) years of experience in manufacturing and/or distribution environments.
• Eight (8) years of strong background in cost accounting and inventory.
• Eight (8) years of knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX).

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and operate independently.
• Hands‑on approach with a roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mindset.
• Experience in a private equity‑backed environment preferred.
• CPA preferred; ERP implementation or M&A experience a plus.

This role follows an on‑site working model, requiring the employee to work at the Monroe (Charlotte), North Carolina 3M location.

May include up to 10% domestic/international.

May be authorized.

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Expected compensation range: $145,676 – $178,049, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible.

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