Senior Financial Controller

Job Title: Senior Financial Controller Department: Finance Reports To: President FLSA: Salary - Exempt Prepared By: Human Resources Prepared: February 2026 Company Overview: The Company is an expanding defense manufacturer, employing between 70 and 100 people, and is part of an international group with headquarters in the UK. The company operates in the US, Canada, and the UK, and is a subsidiary of the RENK Group, located in Germany. We focus on engineering, prototype, and low to mid-volume production of defense-related products while adhering to strict state, federal, and defense industry regulations. Position Summary: As the Senior Financial Controller, you will lead and oversee all financial operations of our local entity to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting at local, group, and global levels. This pivotal role requires close collaboration with the President while providing insightful financial governance, reporting, and controls within a regulated defense manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Accounting: Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, inventory, and cost accounting. Ensure a precise monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process. Enhance internal controls to comply with regulations and group standards. Manage cash flow, working capital, and overall financial planning. Analyze product costing and monitor performance regarding contributions. Lead the departmental budget management and oversight process. Financial Group Reporting: Prepare and submit timely financial statements for local management. Ensure consistency across various reporting frameworks and deadlines. Support consolidation and intercompany reporting requirements. Maintain reporting within local ERP (Visual) and global systems (Tagetik). Lead group-level reporting for our parent company in Germany. Provide ad-hoc analysis and assistance as requested by Horstman/Renk. Support group year-end reporting and audit process, along with budget cycles. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: Ensure adherence to all applicable state and federal reporting requirements. Support defense industry compliance and audit requirements. Coordinate and oversee external audits, including government and group audits. Maintain documentation to meet regulatory review standards. Systems & Process Improvement: Act as the lead for financial systems, Visual ERP, and Tagetik reporting. Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and controls. Support data integrity and system enhancements related to financial reporting. Leadership & Business Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to the President and senior leadership. Provide impactful financial analysis and recommendations for decision-making. Mentor and develop the accounting team with a focus on succession planning. Collaborate effectively with group and global finance teams across varied time zones and cultures. Lead local departmental budgeting and oversight processes. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred). 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in manufacturing. Experience in a multi-entity, international reporting environment. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP; familiarity with IFRS is required. Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Visual and Tagetik is desired. Experience in regulated industries such as defense or government contracting is preferred. Skills & Competencies: Strong technical accounting and reporting expertise. High attention to detail with the capability to manage multiple deadlines. Excellent communication skills across organizational and cultural boundaries. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop talent. Hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset suited for a mid-sized organization. Join us in our mission to innovate within the defense sector!

Created: 2026-03-10