Business Unit Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Business Unit Controller to join a growing portfolio company in Louisville, Kentucky. This position serves as a trusted finance partner to local leadership, providing clear financial insight that supports operational and strategic decisions. The role combines active involvement in day-to-day accounting with leadership responsibilities, requiring someone who can guide others while also contributing directly to core financial processes.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting for the business unit, including ownership of assigned month-end close activities.
• Partner with business unit leaders to translate financial results into meaningful analysis that supports performance goals and operational planning.
• Direct key accounting workflows such as accounts receivable collections oversight and review of recurring payables processing.
• Manage revenue recognition and job cost accounting entries to ensure project-related financial activity is recorded correctly.
• Work closely with corporate finance leadership to apply accounting policies consistently and maintain effective internal controls.
• Contribute to budget development, forecasting activities, and ongoing financial modeling to help the business unit stay aligned with targets.
• Provide financial guidance to commercial teams on project-specific and customer-related matters when support is needed.
• Assist with audit-related requests and documentation to support external review requirements.
• Handle additional financial analysis and special projects as business needs evolve.• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Prior experience in a controller or senior finance leadership role supporting a business unit or operating division.
• Strong background in construction accounting, including revenue and job cost principles.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
• Demonstrated ability to manage month-end close and produce reliable financial reporting.
• Knowledge of internal controls, accounting policy compliance, and audit support practices.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership, operations, and sales teams.