Finance Controller A growing U.S.-based industrial organization is seeking an experienced Finance Controller to lead its financial operations and serve as a key financial partner to executive management. Candidates must have prior finance experience within an industrial, manufacturing, automation, automotive, engineering, machinery, or comparable project-based environment. Position Summary The Finance Controller will have overall responsibility for Accounting, Controlling, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Finance Process Development . This is a hands-on leadership position combining day-to-day financial oversight with strategic financial planning, project controlling, process improvement, and team leadership. The position reports directly to senior management and leads the Accounting and Controlling functions. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Team Management Lead and develop the Accounting and Controlling functions Provide guidance, feedback, development, and structured onboarding to finance team members Establish clear roles, responsibilities, processes, documentation, and backup procedures Partner closely with senior management and operational departments Collaborate with international financial and corporate stakeholders Identify and escalate commercial, financial, and project-related risks Controlling, Budgeting & Forecasting Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, cost monitoring, and financial analysis Develop and maintain financial planning and forecasting processes for revenue, profitability, costs, and liquidity Manage project controlling , including project budgets, actual costs, project progress, profitability, and financial risks Analyze financial performance and recommend corrective actions Develop and monitor key financial performance indicators Prepare management and corporate financial reporting Accounting & Financial Reporting Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and fixed asset accounting Lead the transition from cash-basis to accrual-basis accounting Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes Ensure accurate and timely financial statements and reporting Coordinate domestic and international tax matters Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and corporate reporting requirements Serve as the primary contact for tax advisors and external auditors Treasury & Cash Management Manage liquidity planning and cash-flow forecasting Monitor cash flow and proactively identify liquidity risks Oversee accounts receivable management and working capital Manage banking relationships and payment approval processes Develop measures to improve receivables, payment terms, and working capital ERP, Digitalization & Process Improvement Provide financial leadership for ERP implementation and optimization initiatives Define financial processes, roles, data requirements, controls, and approval structures Ensure financial data quality and effective process interfaces Coordinate testing, functional acceptance, and end-user training Identify opportunities to improve and automate Accounting and Controlling processes Develop and maintain finance policies, procedures, and process documentation Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration, or a related field Minimum of 5 years of finance/accounting leadership experience Industrial or manufacturing finance experience is required Experience working in manufacturing, industrial automation, automotive, engineering, machinery, robotics, or another project-based industrial environment Strong experience in Accounting, Controlling, Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Treasury Demonstrated experience with project controlling, project costing, profitability analysis, and financial performance management Strong understanding of accrual accounting, financial controls, cash flow, and working capital Experience with ERP, reporting, and financial planning systems Strong leadership and team-development skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, operational departments, external partners, and international stakeholders Business-fluent English required Preferred Qualifications Experience working for an internationally operating industrial or manufacturing company Automotive, automation, robotics, machinery, or material-handling industry experience ERP implementation experience Experience with a major manufacturing or financial ERP system Experience working within international corporate reporting structures Additional language skills are a plus What We Offer Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Paid vacation 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Opportunity to lead and develop a growing U.S. finance function International collaboration Opportunity to play a key role in ERP and finance-process development Supportive, growth-focused work environment

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 3% Match Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person