Controller - Inspection

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement, CUES is the world’s leading developer of water, wastewater, and storm water inspection equipment. With CCTV cameras, pre-built vehicles, and software for pipeline inspection and rehabilitation, we improve the safety and reliability of our water infrastructure systems.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Controller of Inspection you will provide overall financial leadership for a multi‑revenue‑stream manufacturing, software and services business, ensuring complete, accurate, and timely financial reporting in full compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes‑Oxley, and all policies and control requirements of the publicly traded parent company. This role is a key business partner to senior management, owning the integrity of the financial statements, leading the accounting function, driving continuous improvement, and developing the finance team to support growth and operational excellence.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting
• Own technical accounting and revenue recognition for hardware, software (including SaaS/term licenses), and service/repair contracts under US GAAP, including multi‑element arrangements, variable consideration, and warranty vs. service considerations, in coordination with Corporate on significant judgments.
• Oversee general ledger, payroll, accounts receivable, and related accounting functions to ensure proper controls, timely reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of account reconciliations, including complex and judgemental areas such as reserves, debt, equity, and other key balance sheet accounts.
• Direct and coordinate internal and external audit PBC lists, schedules, and responses, managing the finance team's deliverables.
• Own working capital performance for the business (AR, inventory, AP), driving initiatives to improve DSO, inventory turns, and reduction of past‑due balances.
• Oversee credit and collections policies and practices, including risk assessment for major customers, dealers, and distributors.
• Governance, Controls, Tax and Compliance
• Maintain a robust internal control environment over all financial processes to ensure full compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes‑Oxley, and parent-company accounting policies and reporting calendars.
• Direct and supervise Sarbanes‑Oxley documentation, testing, remediation, and ongoing monitoring for relevant processes and entities.
• Coordinate requests for data and work with internal and external auditors, including statutory audits, ensuring efficient audit execution and timely resolution of findings.
• Interpret and communicate legal, regulatory, and corporate policy requirements as they apply to finance and accounting and ensure adherence across the business.
• Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual federal and state income tax packages and other tax information required by the parent company.
• Manage all other tax matters for the business, including sales and use tax, property tax, and other indirect taxes, ensuring timely and compliant filings and support for audits.
• Leadership, People Development, and Process Improvement
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, including setting objectives, providing feedback, coaching, and establishing training and succession plans.
• Maintain department staffing, performance management, communication, and adherence to company policies, values, and leadership standards.
• Act as a proactive change agent, fostering a culture of…