Business Unit Controller

Business Unit Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a private equity-backed, growth-oriented industrial organization to identify a Business Unit Controller. This is a highly visible leadership role supporting a mid-sized business unit within a larger, scaling platform. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with operations, influencing decision-making, and driving performance through data and process improvements. The role offers strong executive exposure, the ability to shape financial strategy, clear upside in a fast-paced environment and a very flexible work schedule.

Primary responsibilities of the Business Unit Controller role include:

• Lead all accounting and finance activities for a business unit, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Partner closely with operations leadership to drive cost optimization, margin improvement, and KPI tracking
• Deliver insights on financial performance and key business drivers to support executive decision-making
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing finance processes, including variance analysis and standard costing
• Build and enhance scalable reporting, forecasting, and planning tools
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and integrity of financial data
• Evaluate strategic initiatives including capital investments and operational improvements
• Manage and mentor finance staff while supporting cross-functional collaboration

Primary qualifications include:

• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including leadership responsibility
• Background in FP&A, cost accounting, or operations finance within manufacturing or a similar environment preferred
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, and business analytics
• Experience partnering with operations and influencing non-finance stakeholders
• Proven ability to identify process improvements and drive change in a fast-paced setting
• Hands-on leader with confidence, ownership mentality, and strong business acumen
• ERP experience and advanced Excel skills required; exposure to mid-market systems a plus
• CPA, MBA, or similar credentials preferred

If you're looking for a role where you can make a measurable impact, partner with leadership, and help drive a business forward, we'd love to connect. Please apply or contact April Shaw.