Sr. Controller Job Morristown area,Tennessee USA,Accounting

Sr. Controller

Morristown, TN

Competitive benefits, 401K match, bonus potential

Job Overview

Take the reins of a major site for a stable, global company, where you’ll lead an elite accounting team with a 15‑year average tenure, drive a major upcoming ERP implementation, and enjoy the true schedule flexibility you deserve!

True Autonomy & Strategic Impact:
Partner directly with operations and truly own the site.
Elite, High‑Tenure Team:
Lead and mentor an established team of accounting professionals boasting an average tenure of 15 years.
Unmatched Stability & Growth:
Secure employment with a global diversified company, working under a manager with a proven track record.
Major ERP Implementation:
Help drive a major ERP implementation and streamline global reporting structures.
Flexibility & Rewards:
Balance life with genuine flexibility to handle personal appointments, plus up to 10% bonus potential.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all core site accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition.
Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate management reporting.
Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP, while conducting rigorous variance analysis.
Maintain and document accounting policies and procedures to ensure absolute integrity of all financial reporting.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls and robust financial governance processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and coordinate directly with external auditors.
Support risk management initiatives and closely monitor compliance with internal finance policies.
Lead annual site budgeting, cash flow management, and the development of rolling financial forecasts.
Support the analysis and investment justification for major capital expenditures (Cap Ex).
Provide financial modeling and operational analysis to support strategic initiatives and department leadership.
Partner closely with operations leadership to optimize site costs, drive continuous improvement, and enhance financial performance.
Monitor key performance indicators, including labor efficiency, inventory performance, scrap, margin, and productivity.
Monitor and analyze working capital performance across inventory, labor, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while establishing performance expectations and professional development plans.
Evaluate and enhance accounting systems, support upcoming ERP implementation, and drive reporting automation initiatives.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree, ideally in a related accounting or finance field.

Minimum of three years in a similar lead accounting or finance role in manufacturing, ideally in a Plant Controller, Finance Director, or Accounting Manager role.

Experience supervising others in accounting or finance.

Experience leading the month‑end and year‑end closing.

Experience leading the budgeting and forecasting processes.

Working knowledge of cost accounting principles.

Strong financial analysis skills.

Experience with strategic partnerships and projects.

Experience working for manufacturers with sales greater than $50M.

Working knowledge of ERP systems.

Strong MS Office skills, including Microsoft Excel.

Preferred but Not Required Skills

International business experience.
ERP implementation experience.

Candidates are preferred to be local to the Morristown, TN area; there is not a relocation package available at this time.

Very limited travel required. Must be on‑site daily; no hybrid or remote schedule is offered.

The company offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, HSA contribution, paid holidays, vacation, 401K match, and bonus potential.

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