Regional Controller

The Regional Controller is a key finance leader responsible for driving financial rigor, operational discipline, and value creation across three manufacturing sites in a private equity–owned environment. This role partners closely with General Managers and senior operations leadership to improve EBITDA performance, cash flow, and predictability, while ensuring strong controls, timely reporting, and alignment with the PE sponsor’s expectations.This is a hands‑on, high‑accountability role suited for a finance leader who can operate with speed, challenge assumptions, and translate financial results into operational actions.Primary ResponsibilitiesValue Creation & Business PartnershipAct as a proactive finance partner to General Managers and regional operations leadership, with a strong bias toward margin improvement, cost discipline, and cash generationTranslate financial results into clear operational drivers, trade‑offs, and corrective actionsSupport value‑creation initiatives including productivity improvements, pricing discipline, footprint optimization, and working capital reductionFinancial Reporting & CloseOwn accurate and timely monthly close for both sites, meeting aggressive PE reporting timelinesEnsure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and company policiesPrepare site financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting packagesCost Accounting & Manufacturing FinanceOversee cost accounting activities including standard cost development, BOM accuracy, labor and overhead absorption, and inventory valuationAnalyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead, scrap) and partner with operations to drive corrective actionsSupport inventory management, cycle counts, and physical inventoriesBudgeting, Forecasting & PlanningLead annual operating plan budget and rolling forecast processes for assigned sitesDevelop clear, bottoms‑up forecasts tied to production volumes, labor plans, and material assumptionsHighlight risks, opportunities, and corrective actions to maintain forecast accuracy and credibilityInternal Controls & ComplianceDrive working capital performance, including inventory turnsMaintain strong internal controls in alignment with PE governance expectationsSupport external audits, internal audits, and periodic reviewsTeam Leadership & AccountabilityLead and develop site accounting staff, setting clear expectations and operating cadenceInstill ahigh‑performance, ownership mindset focused on results, accountability, and continuous improvementActively coach plant leaders on financial acumen and decision‑makingSystems, Scalability & GrowthEnsure effective use of ERP systems and standard financial processes across sitesSupport integration activities related to acquisitions, system implementations, or carve‑outsBuild scalable, repeatable finance processes that support growth and future transactionsRequirementsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field7+ years of progressive manufacturing finance or accounting experienceStrong bias for action and comfort operating in pace‑driven environmentsAbility to challenge the status quo and elevate plant financial disciplineClear communication with executive leadership and ownership stakeholdersOwnership mindset with focus on EBITDA, cash, and operational transparencyStrong cost accounting and inventory management expertiseProven experience partnering with plant operations leadersAdvanced Excel skills and ERP system experience(GlobalShop and/or E2 strongly preferred)PreferredCPA or CMAExperience in a private equity–backed manufacturing environmentMulti‑site manufacturing support experienceExposure to M&A integration, carve‑outs, or rapid-growth environments