<p>We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify a VP/Controller to lead finance and accounting operations across a parent company and its subsidiaries. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who has grown up through the ranks in a manufacturing environment and is ready to operate at a broader, more strategic level. The position combines hands-on leadership with big-picture financial oversight, partnering closely with executive leadership to drive performance and support continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Partner with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, planning, and overall business performance</li><li>Lead all accounting and finance operations across multiple entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent reporting</li><li>Oversee month-end close, financial statement preparation, and consolidated reporting</li><li>Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to leadership, including:</li><li>P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow</li><li>Budget vs. Actual and Forecast vs. Actual</li><li>Rolling forecasts and forward-looking analysis</li><li>Collaborate closely with operations to develop budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics tied to plant and business performance</li><li>Analyze job costing, operational efficiency, and profitability to support decision-making</li><li>Drive improvements in processes, reporting, and internal controls to support scalability</li><li>Manage cash flow, working capital, and overall financial health of the organization</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with external partners including auditors, banks, and advisors</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements</li><li>Play a key role in strategic initiatives, pricing decisions, and long-term planning</li></ul><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL.</p><p><br></p>

<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</li><li>Progressive accounting/finance experience within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Background as a Plant Controller or similar operational finance leader, with expanded scope or multi-entity exposure</li><li>Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting processes</li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and internal controls</li><li>Proven ability to partner with operations and influence business decisions</li><li>Experience managing and developing teams</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills</li><li>Comfortable operating in a hands-on, mid-sized company environment</li></ul><p>Preferred Experience</p><ul><li>Experience supporting multiple business units or entities</li><li>Exposure to project-based or contract-driven environments</li><li>Experience working alongside executive leadership on strategic initiatives</li><li>Any exposure to regulated or compliance-driven environments is helpful but not required</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL.</p>

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