Business Unit Controller

Business Unit Controller Who:

A private equity-backed distribution and manufacturing company with approximately $350MM in annual revenue seeking a strong financial leader.What:

Hiring a Business Unit Controller to lead the finance and accounting function, overseeing reporting, planning, risk management, and commercial financial analysis.Where:

Onsite in Cordele, Georgia (approximately 2.5 hours south of Atlanta). Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.When:

Actively hiring due to organizational growth and the need for enhanced financial leadership within the business unit.Why:

This role is critical to driving operational performance, strengthening internal controls, and supporting strategic initiatives in a PE-backed environment.Salary:

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and leadership background.Job Summary / Description:

The Business Unit Controller will provide leadership across all aspects of financial reporting, analysis, planning, and risk management for a key operating unit. This role requires both strategic oversight and hands-on execution, partnering closely with operations leadership to implement financial strategies, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal control frameworks.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Oversee financial risk management and internal control compliance.
• Partner with operations leadership to drive financial and business strategy.
• Perform commercial and contract financial analysis.
• Manage cost control initiatives and performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and corporate policies.
• Support implementation and optimization of ERP and integrated accounting systems.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• MBA preferred.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• 10-15 years of accounting/finance experience.
• Senior-level finance leadership experience partnering with operations management.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, cost control, US GAAP, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor or similar).
• Manufacturing and industrial industry experience required.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Opportunity to lead finance within a growing PE-backed manufacturing organization.

Business Unit Controller in Cordele, GA. Lead finance for $350MM PE-backed manufacturing company overseeing reporting, ERP, budgeting, and strategy.