Controller

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts, including segment-based financial reporting.

Requirements

• 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.

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.

Oversee AR and AP functions and ensure timely collection, payment, posting and follow-up activities.

Skills

Required Financial and Managerial Accounting expertise. Strong financial controls knowledge.

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.

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. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website ( Careers - Smiths Group plc )

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.