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Business Unit Controller

United States, Brookfield, Connecticut · Job Posted December 08, 2025
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Greenfield is looking for a Business Unit Controller to join our growing team. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Business Unit Controller is a strategic finance leader responsible for overseeing the financial performance and operations for the Specialty Chemicals & Ingredients business unit. This role is responsible for managing financial reporting, analysis and compliance. This role ensures the integrity of financial information and supports strategic decision making by providing key insights into business performance. This role is responsible for leadership, development and oversight for the US, Ireland and UK accounting teams.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage the monthly and year-end accounting close procedures, reviewing journal entries, accruals and other adjusting entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation
  • Provide leadership and support for the US, Ireland and UK accounting teams
  • Planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procedures and internal controls
  • Continuous improvement mindset, assessing current accounting operations and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Oversee preparation and review of tax returns including sales and other statutory filings and regulatory reporting
  • Key contact for external auditors related to the US, Ireland and UK entities in performance of interim and annual audit of financial statements
  • Cash flow management and forecasting
  • Ad hoc reporting and other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Accounting Degree (CPA preferred)
  • Possesses a strong systems background and excellent analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and collaborative skills
  • Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products
  • Knowledge of ERP systems and ability to work well with others
  • Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and with competing priorities
  • Excellent leadership and team development skills
  • Ability to develop, implement and adhere to accounting policies and financial controls
  • 10 or more years of related general accounting experience in a complex environment (preferably manufacturing)
  • Proven success in hiring, training and motivating an accounting team
  • Experience working with multiple entities in a multi-currency environment

Nice to have

Knowledge of MS D365 preferred but not required

What we offer

  • Formal and informal training opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
  • Vacation time exceeding industry standards
  • Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
  • Meaningful and challenging work
  • Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication

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