Financial Controller

JCB North America

$90K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or commercial finance
  • Experience supporting sales or revenue management functions
  • CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred
  • Strong experience in pricing, profitability analysis, and revenue forecasting

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
  • Partner with Sales leadership for financial insights on pricing and contracts
  • Deliver sales and profitability analysis by product line and region
  • Oversee accounting functions, including revenue recognition
  • Develop and monitor key financial and commercial KPIs
  • Analyze results versus budget/forecast and provide actionable recommendations
  • Support commercial strategy and assess financial risks

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401 (k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
Full Job Description
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for leading financial reporting, planning, and commercial finance activities for JCB Inc. Sales, with a strong focus on sales performance, revenue optimization, and business profitability. The role will initially be based in Savannah, Georgia, supporting current operations, with an expected future relocation to San Antonio, Texas aligned to business growth and expansion.

The Controller partners closely with Sales, Commercial, and Executive Leadership teams to drive informed decision-making, financial discipline, and sustainable growth.

Position Type

Full Time, Exempt

Location

Pooler, Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd, Pooler GA 31322

Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on July 14th, 2026.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts, with a focus on revenue, margins, and sales performance
  • Partner with Sales leadership to provide financial insights on pricing, discount strategies, incentives, and contract negotiations
  • Deliver detailed sales and profitability analysis by product line, region, and customer segment
  • Oversee accounting functions, including accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and credit risk management
  • Develop and monitor key financial and commercial KPIs (e.g., revenue growth, margin performance, DSO)
  • Analyze actual results versus budget/forecast and provide clear variance commentary with actionable recommendations
  • Support commercial strategy and growth initiatives, including market expansion and channel performance
  • Assess financial and commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures
  • Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Leadership to drive profitability and cost discipline
  • Manage, develop, and retain finance team members
  • Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to meet US and Group reporting requirements
  • Present financial results and insights to senior leadership in a clear, concise, and actionable manner
  • Other Duties as Assigned


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or commercial finance
  • Experience supporting sales, revenue management, or business-facing finance functions
  • Must meet pre-employment requirements (background check, drug screen, etc.)


Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA or equivalent professional qualification
  • Experience in a commercial, distribution, or sales-driven environment
  • Prior leadership experience (3-4+ years managing teams)
  • Strong experience in pricing, profitability analysis, and revenue forecasting
  • Exposure to public accounting or external audit


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
  • Strong financial analysis skills with the ability to translate data into commercial insight
  • Advanced Excel skills; SAP experience preferred
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders, particularly Sales leadership
  • Strong business partnering mindset and proactive, solutions-oriented approach
  • Effective organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to develop and mentor team members
  • Knowledge of US GAAP, revenue recognition, and financial controls


Job Conditions
  • Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
  • Subject to noise and temperature changes.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Remain stationary, operate hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand and move and/or walk.
  • The employee must frequently move and/or transport up to 10 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

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