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Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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Company Description

TUTCO, LLC, a leading manufacturer of electric heat strips and heating elements serving the HVAC and appliance industries, is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Financial Controller to join our leadership team in Cookeville, Tennessee.

TUTCO is part of Flex-Tek Group, a global business unit within Smiths Group plc, an international technology company headquartered in London, England. This position offers the unique opportunity to lead the finance function for a successful manufacturing operation while leveraging the resources, expertise, and career development opportunities of a global organization.

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide strategic financial leadership and drive the overall financial success of the organization. This role plays a critical role in guiding financial decisions, ensuring financial compliance, and managing a team through a monthly financial close process.

Reporting to the Divisional Finance Director, this individual plays an integral role in a fast-growing organization while providing strategic financial guidance and support to the local leadership team.

The successful candidate will develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and budgets in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives. The candidate will oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts, including segment-based financial reporting.

This is an exciting opportunity for an adaptable and results-oriented professional to lead a dynamic finance team across multiple sites and countries to ensure successful future growth.

Business Unit Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and budgets in alignment with the company's overall goals and objectives.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis to support decision-making, including cost analysis, revenue forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial guidance and formalized structure for capital expenditures.

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting organization.
• Create a culture focused on customer service, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the finance department.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Maintains the currency hedging program and measures effectiveness with a commercial mindset
• Manage control processes, including set-up of new customers and suppliers and commissions payments.
• Oversee AR and AP functions and ensure timely collection, payment, posting and follow-up activities.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts, including segment-based financial reporting.

Qualifications

Skills Required

• Financial and Managerial Accounting expertise.
• Strong financial controls knowledge.
• Project and change management experience.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• Process improvement and automation expertise.
• Excellent leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Strong organizational skills and a high level of ownership, curiosity, and accountability.

Education & Experience Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field. MBA and/or CPA is highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a Controller or in a senior finance role, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial management best practices. Expertise in generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with SyteLine ERP, a plus.