Site Controller – Small Site

Valmont Industries, Inc.

. Analyze and report site financial data including sales, cost of sales, margin analysis, inventory valuation and reconciliation, manufacturing performance and variances, income statements, balance sheets, operational variances, capital expenditures, forecast/planning and special projects .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeFarmington • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $112,300 - $140,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance with US GAAP, along with strong leadership in managing accounting functions and operational controls. Proficient in developing financial plans, managing budgets, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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Financial AnalysisUS GAAP ComplianceLeadership AbilitiesManufacturing ERP KnowledgeBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingCost AnalysisInventory ValuationGeneral Ledger ReconciliationStatistical AnalysisBudget PreparationOperational Variance AnalysisCapital Expenditures ManagementForecastingAccounting Procedures Development

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingDetail OrientedProblem SolvingDecision MakingAccountability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeSAGEIFS

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentFinancial ControlsSOX ComplianceLean ActivitiesOperational Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and report site financial data including sales, cost of sales, margin analysis, inventory valuation and reconciliation, manufacturing performance and variances, income statements, balance sheets, operational variances, capital expenditures, forecast/planning and special projects
Prepare and analyze the site’s annual financial plan
Develop, review and maintain financial and operational control procedures
Prepare and review monthly general ledger account reconciliations
Report to the North America Controllership Director with dotted-line responsibilities to the Plant Manager
Support two small plants, generally with revenue of $75M or less
Manage one direct report, the site accounting associate
Prepare financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets and regulatory reports
Establish and maintain accounting and internal controls compliant with US GAAP and Valmont policies
Manage inventory valuation, standard costs, cost variances, inventory reserves, invoicing, revenue recognition, receivables, accruals, payables, liabilities and debt balances
Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation
Ensure SOX controls have owners and are self-tested
Ensure journal entries are properly supported and documented
Collaborate with site operations finance/controllers on daily, weekly and monthly operational reporting
Manage working capital and inventory in collaboration with operations
Assist with implementing and monitoring the Annual Operating Plan and financial reports
Monitor performance against plan and communicate variances to the Plant Manager and site staff
Administer policies and procedures supporting plant productivity, throughput, cost reduction, Lean activities and safe operations
Oversee monthly accounting close activities
Monitor facility profitability, margins and inventory transactions; identify problems and solutions
Perform statistical analysis and present site performance findings
Communicate with employees, vendors and agencies
Maintain knowledge of organizational, federal and state policies and GAAP requirements
Conduct or coordinate audits for compliance with state and federal requirements
Enforce accountability and ethical, competent control practices
Provide direction regarding accounting, budgeting, and financial resource controls
Travel domestically up to 10%, including overnight stays

Requirements

What you’ll need

Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent with 7+ years of experience, or associates degree with 9+ years, or 11+ years of experience
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong analytical, thinking and reasoning skills
Detail and goal oriented
Strong initiative and ability to make decisions, take action and solve problems
Leadership abilities to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions
Sound judgement skills
Ability to work in a matrix environment
Responsible – ability to hold oneself accountable or answerable for one’s conduct
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is highly qualified
CPA is highly qualified
4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment is highly qualified
Working knowledge of Accounting software and manufacturing ERP (SAGE, IFS) is highly qualified

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more