Division Controller

DIVISION CONTROLLER

DERBY, KS Job purpose The Division Controller will oversee all aspects of costing, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, providing real-time insights that enhance profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. As a key business partner, this role works closely with operational and executive leadership to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support data-driven decision making. In addition to leading financial operations within the division, the Controller will play a critical role in developing and optimizing financial processes, supporting system improvements, and promoting consistent financial practices across the company. Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads by example to achieve BG's Vision and Core Values.
• Adheres to company policies and presents a professional, positive attitude at all times.
• Oversee all division-level financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, variance analysis, and performance reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for the core manufacturing plant and start-up divisions.
• Manage inventory accounting, product costing, and cost model development for manufacturing, robotics integration, and promotional product workflows.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to improve production efficiency, labor utilization, material flow, and cost performance.
• Build and optimize scalable financial and operational processes as emerging divisions transition from start-up to mature operations.
• Implement and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools that deliver real-time insight into productivity, profitability, and operational performance.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on variances and operational issues, driving actionable corrective measures.
• Support capital planning efforts by preparing, analyzing, and tracking

CAPEX, ROI

models, and project financial performance.

• Provide financial insights and decision support for pricing, capacity planning, capital investments, new products/services, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead ERP-related financial controls, ensuring data integrity in part setup, BOMs, routers, cost roll-ups, and manufacturing processes.
• Identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for automation or system improvements across the division.
• Maintain strong internal controls and support internal/external audit activities, including inventory audits.
• Prepare and present financial reviews, variance analyses, and performance updates for divisional and corporate leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align financial performance with operational and strategic goals.
• Serve as a key business partner to the CFO and Corporate Accounting team, supporting corporate reporting, pricing, and cost structure initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. Advanced degree preferred. o Combination of experience + education considered.
• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five years of hands-on accounting experience, preferable experience in manufacturing operations, cost accounting, &/or operations finance required.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs, routings, and labor/material cost structures.
• Demonstrated experience building or improving operational systems in a growing or start-up environment.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAGE preferred), data analytics tools, and MS Office tools.
• Finance management experience within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Valid Drivers license required.

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Company:

BG Products Inc.

Position:

Division Controller

Status:

Full Time

Shift:

First (Day) Req #: 10994329

Date Posted:

April 27, 2026

Location:

300 N River, Derby, US, KS, 67037

Job Category:

Non-Management