Southwire Company

Controller, MC

Southwire Company$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required; MPAcc or MBA preferred
  • 8-11 years of experience in finance or accounting; 12-14 years preferred
  • Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CGMA preferred
  • Expertise in financial governance, accounting operations, and regulatory compliance
  • Strong analytical and risk management skills, with experience in financial close processes

Responsibilities

  • Oversee financial governance and ensure compliance with industry standards
  • Develop and adapt strategies for financial controls and performance optimization
  • Manage financial close processes and maintain reporting accuracy
  • Authorize key accounting judgments and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Implement systems to enhance financial reporting and decision support
  • Provide insights to senior leadership through financial analysis and market data
  • Interface with external auditors, regulators, and financial institutions

Benefits

  • 401k with Matching
  • Comprehensive health insurance packages including Life, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Long & Short-Term Disability coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Parental Leave support
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
  • Employee Assistance and Referral Programs
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Acts as a recognized financial expert within the organization by providing authoritative leadership over accounting, financial reporting, controls, and performance optimization in a complex electrical industry environment. Interprets internal and external business, regulatory, and market issues to recommend best practices and enterprise-level financial solutions, applying specialized depth of expertise and broad business perspective. Operates with a high degree of independence while aligning closely with senior management and cross-functional partners to support strategic planning, internal performance optimization, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Acts as a specialist in financial governance, accounting operations, and regulatory compliance by overseeing complex financial functions and ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, industry standards, and electrical-sector requirements.
  • Develops strategy for accounting, financial controls, and performance optimization initiatives by adapting frameworks and priorities to address evolving business needs, regulatory changes, and operational complexity.
  • Applies highly developed accounting, financial analysis, and risk management expertise to oversee financial close processes, reporting accuracy, internal controls, and audit readiness across electrical operations.
  • Approves and authorizes financial statements, reconciliations, and key accounting judgments, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
  • Implements systems to improve financial reporting, data integrity, and performance analytics, leveraging technology, process automation, and industry best practices to enhance efficiency and decision support.
  • Advises senior leadership and develops actionable insights by interpreting financial results, market data, and operational trends to influence strategic planning, investment decisions, and organizational priorities.
  • Interfaces and coordinates externally with auditors, regulators, financial institutions, and external advisors, serving as the primary financial authority on compliance, reporting standards, and complex accounting matters.
  • Provides guidance to and coaches finance and accounting professionals by setting expectations, reviewing work quality, and strengthening technical capability, judgment, and professional development within the team.
  • Instructs and counsels internal stakeholders on financial policies, controls, and best practices while correcting issues, reinforcing accountability, and promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards


Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Accounting or Finance

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: MPAcc or MBA in Accounting or Finance

Licenses/Certificates: CPA, CMA, CGMA or equivalent professional certification

Years of Experience: 12-14 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Standing: 15%

Sitting: 70%

Walking: 15%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Safety Vest

Competencies

Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns

Skills

Budgeting
Cost Management
Data Reporting
Data Synthesis
Financial Analysis
Forecasting
Operational Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Planning
Variance Analysis
Benefits We Offer:
  • 401k with Matching
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Long & Short-Term Disability
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
  • Parental Leave
  • & More

About Southwire Company

Southwire Company is a leading manufacturer of wire and cable used in the transmission and distribution of electricity. The company also produces a range of other electrical products, including wiring devices, tools, and equipment. Southwire serves customers in the construction, industrial, utility, and OEM markets. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Carrollton, Georgia.
Learn more about Southwire Company
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1937

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