LocationConcord, United States of America
Production Unit ControllerConcord, North Carolina | Kanthal - Part of the Alleima Group
Your RoleIn this highly visible role, you will provide strategic financial leadership and ensure the integrity of financial operations while supporting business growth and transformation.
- Lead all core finance functions including financial planning & analysis, accounting, cost control, tax, treasury, and working capital management
- Own the financial close process and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and forecasting
- Partner with the Production Unit Manager and leadership team to provide actionable financial insights and decision support
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning across the Production Unit and Thermal Heating Sales Unit
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
- Oversee manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory, standard costing, PPV, and variance analysis
- Lead capital investment planning, including financial justification, payback analysis, and post-implementation reviews
- Strengthening financial processes through automation, standardization, and continuous improvement
- Maintain and enhance ERP data integrity and financial governance (M3 or similar systems)
- Develop and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering growth and accountability
- Support audits, tax reporting, and centralized financial reporting requirements
About YouYou are a strategic thinker with strong financial expertise and a passion for partnering with operations to drive results.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership within a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis within production operations
- Experience with international business environments, consolidations, and foreign currency transactions
- Proven ability to support ERP implementations and business transformation initiatives
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred) and strong data governance discipline
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions and leadership levels
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
What You Can Expect from Us- A collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions truly matter
- Opportunities to grow within a global organization focused on innovation and sustainability
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- The chance to play a key role in shaping the performance and future of our Concord operations
Additional InformationAt Kanthal, our mission goes beyond delivering high-quality products-we work side by side with our customers to develop innovative solutions that drive real impact.
Safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. With a clear direction forward, we are strengthening our position as a technology leader and trusted global partner.
Are you ready to take on this challenge? Join us and be part of our journey.🌐 www.Kanthal.com
