Division Controller

Company Overview 

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, we have established ourselves as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

Job Summary

Oversee the coordination and control of the daily operation of the division’s accounting and financial reporting activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for streamlining and improving business processes.
• Partner with business leadership to provide transparency for production costs, facility expenses, and profitability through creation of customized reports, dashboards, etc.
• Direct and manage the division’s business’ monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement closing processes.
• Lead the division’s budgeting process.
• Forecasting the impact of business decisions and expected outcomes on all financial results.
• Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results for the division.
• Design and create actionable presentations that effectively communicate key financial and operational messages. Understand the importance of both the content being presented as well as the way it is visually shown (including creating/contributing to materials for the Board of Directors, external investors, executive leaders, and others).
• Provide meaningful variance analysis comparing financial results with all relevant comparison points. Provide business narrative to bring the figures to life and drive action. Execute insightful scenario planning and sensitivity analytics.
• Leverage financial expertise and robust business acumen to provide comprehensive decision support. Actively contribute to the creation of strategic and tactical plans.
• Create actionable management reporting and dynamic dashboards to drive a deep understanding of financial and operational performance, using key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Will help lead the migration of acquired companies legacy ERPs onto the division’s existing Global ERP.
• Design, implement and maintain accounting processes, procedures, and related internal controls.
• Responsible for supervising, hiring, training, retaining, and developing staff as needed in accordance with the company’s objectives.
• Being the division’s point of contact for all auditor requests.
• Interface extensively with various groups throughout the organization as well as the executive team.
• Minimal travel (once or twice quarterly).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership style demonstrated by the establishment and clear communication of expectations for performance and the development of a team of highly competent subordinates.
• An entrepreneurial orientation with demonstrated ability to thrive during fast-paced change.
• An open, outgoing, and positive personal style characterized by regular communication and involvement at all management levels.
• Well organized, capable of establishing and maintaining proper priorities and handling a variety of detailed activities.
• Strong analytical skills and high intellectual capacity.
• A preference for empowering subordinates, delegating authority, and monitoring results.
• A team player, willing to put aside personal agendas to further the needs of the organization.
• A self-starter who works well without close supervision.
• Ability to create and present persuasive presentations on controversial or complex topics to board of directors and top management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• CPA is preferred.
• Minimum of eight years or more of accounting experience.
• Public Accounting experience.
• Experience as a Controller in a manufacturing company (specialty chemicals is ideal).
• Cost Accounting experience.
• Strong corporate reporting experience.
• Experience working with small-midsize industrial companies, either as a public-accountant to, or an employee for those organizations.
• A team-player leader, with relationship skills to establish the accounting function as a value-add to operations leadership.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills are a must; also, must have a thorough understanding of business processes and internal controls.
• Ability to identify business improvement opportunities and work as a partner with operations, manufacturing, and sales to capitalize on those opportunities.
• Willingness to wear multiple hats and grow with the company.
• Adept with ERP systems including their implementation into newly acquired companies.
• High proficiency with Excel.
• Familiarity with BI / data visualization tool.
• Ability to lead, motive and coach employees.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with process design and implementation in accounting area.
• Experience interacting effectively across an organization.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Location: Pompano Beach, Florida

Pay: This position has a base salary range of $165,750.00 - $195,000.00. The salary range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location.

Bonus Pay: Meridian offers a performance-based incentive plan tied to company success. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn a percentage of their salary, with bonus payments distributed yearly.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Meridian Adhesives Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms.  

Check out our website!

https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/

NOTE:          This document may be modified, amended or altered as needed as changes in duties and/or responsibilities are defined and/or re-defined. 

Salary : $165,750 - $195,000