Controller- Product Distribution - Military veterans preferred

At Wilsonart, we don't just make surfaceswe build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and powered by people who care.
You'll be surrounded by teammates who take pride in their work and look out for one another. You'll have the chance to learn, grow and make a real impact. And you'll be part of a company that believes winning means helping you succeed at work and in life.

Here, you'll win with:
Support that keeps you well
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• FSAs and dependent care options
• Vision and legal benefits
• Gym discounts and wellness clinics
• Tuition reimbursementfor you and your dependents
Opportunities to grow
• Clear paths to promotion and internal mobility
• Training, coaching, and mentorship
• Development programs to support your goals
Time for what matters
• Paid vacation and holidays in your first year
• A culture that respects work-life balance
We're looking for people who are ready to learn, ready to lead and ready to make a difference. If that sounds like you, you can win at Wilsonart.

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Controller to manage our Product Distribution business, currently consisting of 40+ locations across the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for all controllership duties, including accounting, reporting, budgeting/forecasting, process improvement, acquisition integration, internal controls, and audit compliance.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Accounting & Reporting
• Prepare and appropriately present consolidated Distribution P&L and balance sheet information.
Annual Plan / Quarterly Forecast & Operating Results
• Prepare the annual operating budget and quarterly forecast for Distribution.
• Review monthly income statements and balance sheets, including analysis versus prior year and plan.
• Prepare monthly commentary on results for operating review meetings with senior management.
• Develop financial presentations for Distribution leadership and location managers.
• Facilitate monthly results reviews with Accounting and Distribution management.
Receivables
• Ensure customer credit limits are set and monitored per company policy.
• Confirm timely billing and collection of customer balances.
• Maintain and analyze aging reports; coordinate with sales reps and Distribution management to assess doubtful accounts and ensure timely recognition of allowances.
Inventory
• Monitor and report inventory balances and turns.
• Oversee inventory count processes across all locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Reconcile in-transit inventory by location, ensuring:
o All plant shipments have been received and correspond with plant records.
o All drop shipments are billed to customers and properly recorded.
o Discrepancies between plants and Distribution locations are identified, communicated, and resolved.
• Coordinate with the cost accounting team to ensure proper treatment of:
o Purchase price variance (PPV), direct labor variance (DLV), and overhead (OH).
o Standard cost changes and their correct attribution.
Other Accounting Responsibilities
• Fixed Assets: Coordinate with Corporate Accounting for proper recognition, impairment, or disposal of assets.

Accounts Payable / Accrued Liabilities:
o Ensure vendor invoices are submitted by locations with proper coding and timely accruals.
o Confirm new vendor agreements comply with company payment terms.
• Leases: Ensure rent expenses are accurately allocated per location.
• Policy Compliance: Assist in drafting, implementing, and enforcing Distribution accounting policies.
Audit, Site Visits & Special Projects
• Conduct periodic limited-scope audits of selected Distribution locations in collaboration with Distribution, Accounting, and Internal Audit.
• Support internal audit reviews and remediation of internal controls.
• Participate in:
o System implementations
o Process improvements
o M&A activity, including due diligence, integration, and transaction support
Qualifications
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred
• Experience in cost accounting, manufacturing, or product distribution
• FP&A (budgeting/planning) experience a plus
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects
• Effective communicator and leader, able to work cross-functionally
• Demonstrated accountability and sound decision-making
Systems & Technical Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Microsoft Access or SQL experience is a plus
• ERP/Accounting Systems experience (preferred):
o Oracle R12
o Oracle Fusion
o Hyperion / Oracle EPM