Regional Controller

Our client is an organization in the Milwaukee area that’s looking for a Regional Controller. This company is looking for someone with 7+ years of experience, who is inquisitive, and an excellent leader. This company provides a collaborative culture, flexibility, and competitive benefits. This position is onsite.

The salary for this job is $150k – $190k.

The Regional Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead plant-level accounting and cost accounting functions across three manufacturing plants, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Manage standard costing, variance analysis, and reporting on manufacturing performance, including labor, overhead, and material costs.
• Partner with plant leadership to analyze financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support operational decision-making.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventory to ensure accuracy and integrity of plant financial results.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual plant financial statements and ensure timely submission.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for plant operations.
• Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and external audit requirements.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff supporting plant operations.

The Regional Controller will possess the following:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including cost accounting and plant/operations finance leadership.
• Prior Plant-Level manufacturing industry experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and cost accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and senior leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.