Production Unit Controller

Production Unit Controller

Concord North Carolina Kanthal Part of the Alleima Group

Are you ready to take on a pivotal leadership role in a fast-paced innovative manufacturing environment At Kanthal we believe in the power of action and the strength of creation.

As our Production Unit Controller you will serve as a trusted business partner and key member of the leadership team driving financial performance strengthening operational decision-making and shaping the future of our Concord Production Unit.

Kanthal is a global leader in industrial heating technology and resistance materials. Through innovation sustainability and close customer partnerships we power some of the worlds most advanced industrial solutions.

Your Role

In this highly visible role you will provide strategic financial leadership and ensure the integrity of financial operations while supporting business growth and transformation.

• Lead all core finance functions including financial planning & analysis accounting cost control tax treasury and working capital management
• Own the financial close process and deliver accurate monthly quarterly and annual reporting and forecasting
• Partner with the Production Unit Manager and leadership team to provide actionable financial insights and decision support
• Drive budgeting forecasting and long-term financial planning across the Production Unit and Thermal Heating Sales Unit
• Ensure compliance with internal controls accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting including inventory standard costing PPV and variance analysis
• Lead capital investment planning including financial justification payback analysis and post-implementation reviews
• Strengthening financial processes through automation standardization and continuous improvement
• Maintain and enhance ERP data integrity and financial governance (M3 or similar systems)
• Develop and mentor a high-performing finance team fostering growth and accountability
• Support audits tax reporting and centralized financial reporting requirements

About You

You are a strategic thinker with strong financial expertise and a passion for partnering with operations to drive results.

• Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or related field (MBA CPA or CMA preferred)
• 10 years of progressive finance experience including leadership within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience in cost accounting inventory management and financial analysis within production operations
• Experience with international business environments consolidations and foreign currency transactions
• Proven ability to support ERP implementations and business transformation initiatives
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred) and strong data governance discipline
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions and leadership levels
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage priorities in a dynamic fast-paced environment

What You Can Expect from Us

• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions truly matter
• Opportunities to grow within a global organization focused on innovation and sustainability
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the performance and future of our Concord operations

Additional Information

At Kanthal our mission goes beyond delivering high-quality productswe work side by side with our customers to develop innovative solutions that drive real impact.

Safety sustainability and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. With a clear direction forward we are strengthening our position as a technology leader and trusted global partner.

Are you ready to take on this challenge Join us and be part of our journey.