Elkay
Business Unit Controller
Elkay, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States, 60516
Business Unit Controller
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
Job Description
The Business Unit Controller role, reporting to the Finance Director is responsible for the close, forecast and budget processes across the Drinking Water manufacturing facilities. Manages all journal entries, account reconciliations, monthly and quarterly reporting. Prepares financial analysis and metric tracking for operations. Inventory, cost, and manufacturing accounting subject matter expert. This individual will support two manufacturing facilities with a revenue scope of $300M. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to be directly involved in strategic growth initiates for the business unit.
This position can be located in our Downers Grove, Lanark, or Savanna, IL facilities.
Key Accountabilities
Providing financial analysis and guidance for the plant manager and leadership teams at the facility
Periodic forecasting – account level and labor efficiency forecast development at each location
Capital projects – performing analysis on advisability of expenditure via ROI calculations. Ensuring that proper documentation is provided to expenditure committee.
Work with plant manager to conceive, analyze, and drive to completion all profit overachievement opportunities
Responsible for setting and maintaining standard costs.
Provide counsel on inventory levels at plant and associated exposure risk
Actively support the physical inventory counts and cycle counts
Period end activities for operations including direct labor and overhead
Report on monthly plant performance/variances to all business partners
Serve as key member of leadership teams at the facilities.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related discipline required.
5+ years of cost accounting and financial analysis in a manufacturing environment required.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate to expert Excel skills; experience working with large data sets; able to manipulate and organize effectively and efficiently
Knowledge and experience in ERP or MRP business system, with Oracle experience preferred
Strong business acumen. Ability to see the big picture as well as the pillars of detail that support it
Ability to communicate and influence with stakeholders and senior executives with conviction and empathy
Travel up to 20% to the Savanna, IL & Lanark, IL facilities (if located in the Downers Grove office).
Capabilities and Success Factors
Business Insight – Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Matching 401(k) Contribution
Health Savings Account
Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Educational Reimbursement
Matching Gift Program
THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.
In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.
Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.
What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.
While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.
Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.
We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
Job Description
The Business Unit Controller role, reporting to the Finance Director is responsible for the close, forecast and budget processes across the Drinking Water manufacturing facilities. Manages all journal entries, account reconciliations, monthly and quarterly reporting. Prepares financial analysis and metric tracking for operations. Inventory, cost, and manufacturing accounting subject matter expert. This individual will support two manufacturing facilities with a revenue scope of $300M. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to be directly involved in strategic growth initiates for the business unit.
This position can be located in our Downers Grove, Lanark, or Savanna, IL facilities.
Key Accountabilities
Providing financial analysis and guidance for the plant manager and leadership teams at the facility
Periodic forecasting – account level and labor efficiency forecast development at each location
Capital projects – performing analysis on advisability of expenditure via ROI calculations. Ensuring that proper documentation is provided to expenditure committee.
Work with plant manager to conceive, analyze, and drive to completion all profit overachievement opportunities
Responsible for setting and maintaining standard costs.
Provide counsel on inventory levels at plant and associated exposure risk
Actively support the physical inventory counts and cycle counts
Period end activities for operations including direct labor and overhead
Report on monthly plant performance/variances to all business partners
Serve as key member of leadership teams at the facilities.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related discipline required.
5+ years of cost accounting and financial analysis in a manufacturing environment required.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate to expert Excel skills; experience working with large data sets; able to manipulate and organize effectively and efficiently
Knowledge and experience in ERP or MRP business system, with Oracle experience preferred
Strong business acumen. Ability to see the big picture as well as the pillars of detail that support it
Ability to communicate and influence with stakeholders and senior executives with conviction and empathy
Travel up to 20% to the Savanna, IL & Lanark, IL facilities (if located in the Downers Grove office).
Capabilities and Success Factors
Business Insight – Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Matching 401(k) Contribution
Health Savings Account
Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Educational Reimbursement
Matching Gift Program
THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.
In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.
Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.
What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.
While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.
Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.
We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.