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BU Controller

CFS, Milford, IN, United States

Salary max: $18.00

Duration: Full Time


Position Title: Business Unit Controller
Location: Fully onsite near Warsaw, Indiana
Compensation: $150,000–$180,000 base salary




Position Overview


The Business Unit Controller will serve as a key financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations for a large, multi-site business unit. This role partners closely with operations leadership to drive performance, ensure financial integrity, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a strong operational mindset, experience managing complex P&Ls, and the ability to influence across functions in a manufacturing environment (food, agriculture, or automotive preferred).




Responsibilities



  • Lead all financial activities for a multi-site business unit, including full ownership of budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis for a P&L exceeding $150M

  • Partner with operations leadership to drive performance improvements, cost control initiatives, and strategic decision-making across locations

  • Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls and accounting standards

  • Develop, mentor, and lead accounting/finance teams across multiple sites, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement

  • Implement and enhance financial processes, systems, and reporting to support operational efficiency and business growth

  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards




Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred)

  • Minimum of 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, including leadership roles in manufacturing environments

  • Proven experience managing multiple sites and direct ownership of a P&L of at least $150M

  • Industry experience in food, agriculture, or automotive required

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders

  • Demonstrated leadership capability with experience building and developing high-performing teams

  • Operational mindset with a hands-on approach to problem solving and process improvement



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