Description

Are you a hands-on manufacturing finance leader who thrives in fast-paced operational environments? Do you enjoy partnering with plant leadership to drive profitability, improve processes, and influence business strategy?

Join Wilo and support two growing operations within the Wilo Region Americas organization — American-Marsh Pumps and QuantumFlo.

We are seeking a strategic and operationally focused Controller to lead financial operations, manufacturing accounting, reporting, controls, forecasting, and business partnership initiatives across both facilities. This role is highly visible within the organization and serves as a key partner to Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership.

What You’ll Do

Financial Leadership & Business Partnership

Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for AMP and QuantumFlo operations
Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and timeliness
Prepare executive-level financial reporting packages, dashboards, variance analysis, and operational KPI reporting
Support strategic planning through budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial analysis
Partner directly with plant leadership to improve operational performance and profitability
Present financial results, trends, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

Lead all plant accounting and manufacturing finance activities, including:
- Inventory valuation
- Standard costing
- Manufacturing variances
- Labor and overhead analysis
- Margin analysis
- Cycle counts and inventory controls
Develop financial visibility into quoting, production efficiency, inventory management, and product costing
Support ERP optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
Monitor working capital performance, inventory turns, and cash flow initiatives

Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement

Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements
Coordinate internal and external audits
Develop and maintain accounting policies and process documentation
Support operational transformation, process improvements, and business integration initiatives
Drive a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
MBA, CPA, or CMA strongly preferred
7–10 years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong background in:
- Manufacturing accounting
- Cost accounting
- Inventory management
- Forecasting and budgeting
- Financial analysis
- ERP systems
Multi-site manufacturing experience preferred
SAP experience strongly preferred

Preferred Competencies

Manufacturing KPI development and reporting
Lean manufacturing finance support
Standard costing methodologies
Inventory control and cycle count management
Acquisition integration support
Cross-functional leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to translate financial data into operational insight and business decisions

Why Join Wilo?

Wilo USA LLC is a subsidiary of Wilo SE, headquartered in Dortmund, Germany. Wilo is a global leader in pumps and pump systems for heating, cooling, water supply, sewage, and drainage applications.

At Wilo, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment where operational partnership, innovation, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Our Benefits Include

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
19 Days PTO
10 Paid Holidays
6 Sick Days

Additional Information

Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position
Relocation Assistance: Not available for this position
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States

Wilo USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Wilo USA LLC
Location: Collierville, TN (On-Site)
Department: Administration / Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Travel: 10%–15%
Reports To: Corporate Controller