CONTROLLER at Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, Inc.

Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Governance, Financial Control, US GAAP Compliance, Financial Reporting, General Ledger Oversight, Variance Analysis, Operational Finance Partnership, Audit Management, Risk Management, Working Capital Management, Cash Discipline, Fixed Asset Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, ERP Optimization, Financial Judgment

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description "Yanmar One" Controller – YCENA (Grand Rapids, MN) ROLE OVERVIEW The Controller will play a critical leadership role in strengthening the financial foundation of YCENA, ensuring disciplined execution, transparency, and governance across all accounting and financial operations. This role goes beyond traditional accounting oversight. The Controller will be responsible for building, enforcing, and sustaining a best-in-class financial control environment, addressing legacy gaps, and driving a culture of accountability and operational excellence aligned with our One Yanmar philosophy. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Financial Governance & Control Establish and enforce robust financial controls, policies, and compliance frameworks across YCENA Identify, escalate, and resolve legacy gaps in accounting practices, reserves, and reporting accuracy Ensure full compliance with US GAAP and Yanmar global standards Act as a guardian of financial integrity and transparency 2. Financial Reporting & Accuracy Own the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements Oversee general ledger, sub-ledgers, and reconciliations with zero tolerance for unsupported balances Lead variance analysis with clear root cause identification and actionable insights (not just reporting) 3. Operational Finance Partnership Partner cross-functionally (Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, Parts) to improve financial visibility and decision-making Translate operational performance into financial impact and risk Drive accountability across the organization for financial outcomes 4. Audit, Compliance & Risk Management Lead all internal and external audits with a proactive, no-surprises approach Strengthen internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risk Ensure readiness and documentation standards meet audit expectations at all times 5. Working Capital & Cash Discipline Oversee AR, AP, and cash application processes with strong controls and visibility Drive improvements in cash flow, inventory accuracy, and balance sheet integrity Eliminate process inefficiencies and aging issues 6. Fixed Assets & Capital Discipline Ensure full control and accuracy of fixed asset registers and depreciation Establish discipline around capital investment tracking, validation, and reporting 7. Team Leadership & Culture Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5 with clear expectations and accountability Build a high-performance culture grounded in: Discipline Ownership Transparency Address performance gaps directly and constructively 8. Continuous Improvement & Transformation Identify and implement process improvements across accounting and finance Support ERP optimization (Epicor/YDS alignment where relevant) Drive standardization aligned with One Yanmar operating model Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance CPA designation (active or inactive) 5+ years progressive accounting experience Minimum 3 years leadership experience in the industry Preferred Experience in manufacturing or assembly environment Experience working through business integration, turnaround, or transformation Strong exposure to inventory, cost accounting, and warranty/reserve structures ERP experience (Epicor strongly preferred) CRITICAL CAPABILITIES (THIS IS WHERE YOU DIFFERENTIATE THE HIRE) Strong financial judgment — not just reporting, but decision-making Ability to challenge the business constructively High level of ownership and accountability Comfortable operating in ambiguity and change Proven ability to identify issues others missed Strong backbone willing to push back when needed SUCCESS PROFILE (WHAT GOOD LOOKS LIKE IN 6–12 MONTHS) No material audit surprises Clean, reconciled balance sheet with full transparency Clear understanding and correction of legacy accounting gaps Improved forecasting accuracy and variance explanations Strong partnership with operations and leadership A team that operates with discipline and accountability The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principal activities. Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Controller Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Exempt Department: Operations Work Schedule: M-F Starting Wage: Starting $120K and up DOQ with competitive benefits package; 15% of base bonus eligibility This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 15% of base salary. Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.

Responsibilities

The Controller will lead financial governance, control enforcement, and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting for YCENA. This role also involves partnering cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and driving accountability for financial outcomes across the organization.