Business Unit Controller

🚨 Now Hiring: Business Unit Controller | Hybrid Opportunity | Metro Knoxville, TN area

Are you a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys developing people, improving processes, and driving business results?

Our client is seeking a Business Unit Controller to join a growing organization and serve as a key financial leader for the business. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with operations, lead a talented accounting team, and influence strategic decision-making.

What We're Looking For:

✅ Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

✅ CPA preferred, but not required

✅ Prior leadership experience managing accounting teams (experience leading 3+ employees preferred)

✅ Strong manufacturing accounting background required

✅ Cost accounting experience highly preferred

✅ Inventory control/accounting experience within a manufacturing environment

✅ Full-cycle accounting expertise, including:

• Month-end close
• Financial reporting
• Budgeting and forecasting
• General ledger management
• Internal controls

✅ Experience working with ERP systems

✅ Advanced Excel skills

The Ideal Candidate:

We're looking for a leader, not a micromanager.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Empowers and develops their team
• Builds strong partnerships across operations and leadership
• Solves problems proactively
• Drives accountability while fostering a positive culture
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

What You'll Do:

🔹 Lead and mentor the accounting team

🔹 Oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities

🔹 Partner with operations to improve profitability and efficiency

🔹 Manage inventory accounting and cost accounting functions

🔹 Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes

🔹 Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives

🔹 Drive continuous improvement within accounting processes and controls

Location:

📍 Hybrid work arrangement available for West Knoxville, TN area

If you're a manufacturing accounting professional looking for an opportunity to make an impact while leading a strong team, I'd love to connect.

Apply directly or send me a message to learn more.

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