Controller - kdc/one Groveport

Controller Groveport, OH Lead with Passion.

Drive for excellence.

Make beauty happen.

At kdc/one Groveport, we're not just making beauty products; we're engineering the future of beauty with creativity, science, and high-performance manufacturing.

As part of a global network of 15,000+ passionate professionals across 25 sites, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and precision.

We're currently seeking an experienced and driven Controller to join our dynamic team and oversee the financial operations of our Groveport, OH facility.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting, inventory management, financial analysis and financial reporting experience with a proven track record of success in the manufacturing industry.

What You'll Do: The Controller will serve as the key financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting, forecasting and financial operations of the site.

The Controller will play a critical role in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis to support the company's operating and growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities: Leads, plans, organizes, and measures all activities of the Finance Department including accounts receivable, general ledger, inventory, financial reporting to ensure accurate and timely financial statements and corporate reporting Leads all annual budgeting and weekly, monthly & quarterly forecasting activities (typically time-sensitive) for the site.

Collaborates with site leadership frequently to provide insightful, data-driven analysis to support operational decision making.

Oversees the daily accounting activities required to accurately maintain the company's general ledger, including directing the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.

Oversees and coordinates inventory activities and validation of quarterly book-to-book and annual physical inventory with the customer.

Coordinates with all applicable departments to obtain the operational and financial data necessary to complete customer quotes and product pricing, including material costs, labor costs, equipment performance and other related data.

Analyzes the actual financial performance against the quoted cost/price.

Coach, mentor, and grow your team through hands-on development and feedback What You Need: 15+ years in accounting, financial analysis or related field with at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required, CPA a plus but not required Strong understanding of accounting principles, inventory management and financial reporting.

Excellent Analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, inventory controls and audit processes.

Demonstrated experience in building, leading and managing a team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably SAP.