Site Controller

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Position : Site Controller Business Unit : Crane Nuclear Segment : Process Flow Technologies Location : Bolingbrook, Illinois Reports To : Vice President of Finance Department : Finance COMPANY & CULTURE Crane (NYSE: CR) is a leading global provider of mission-critical, highly engineered products and solutions, with differentiated technology, respected brands, and leadership positions in the Process Flow Technologies and Aerospace & Electronics markets. Today, Crane has approximately 7,000 associates in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia, with 2025 net sales of more than $2 billion. With strict adherence to the Crane Business System (CBS), Crane is a highly process focused organization. CBS has been, and will continue to be, a critical driver of Crane's consistent execution and long-term success, driving a performance-based culture with a strong focus on accountability and results. Through the years, Crane has excelled in serving its customers, employees, investors, and communities in which they operate by focusing on the following principles: Unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. The R.T. Crane Resolution written when the company was founded in 1855 is the core upon which our business has been built, "I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness, to avoid all deception and trickery, to deal fairly with both customers and competitors, to be liberal and just towards employees and to put my whole mind on the business". Focus on philanthropy. Giving back to the communities in which we operate has been a core part of the Company’s identity for over a century, deeply rooted in the values of our founder, R.T. Crane. We believe that success comes with a responsibility to support both employees and the broader community – not just through financial contributions, but also through active engagement and volunteerism. Customer focus. Every day, Crane’s associates ensure that they are doing their utmost to solve their customer’s most critical process needs. With a high commitment to Quality and On-Time Delivery, we leverage our innovative solutions to solve their most pressing needs. Driving profitable growth, for our customers… our associates… our communities… and our shareholders. A disciplined cadence of execution built on clear objectives and metrics, detailed action plans and a repeatable process to drive execution and profitable growth. Emphasis on continuous improvement in all that we do. We believe there is always an opportunity to become better, and we continuously strive to improve in all facets of our business, eliminating waste, variation, and overburden. Development of our people, who are process focused and thrive on executing strategy and profitable growth through a disciplined cadence of execution. Nothing that we accomplish can be achieved without our outstanding employees. They are an integral part of who we are, and we leverage our Intellectual Capital* (IC) process to foster their growth and development. OPPORTUNITY The Site Controller will support the VP/GM and other key managers at the Bolingbrook location. Supporting the leadership team with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to financial leadership. The Site Controller will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance for approximately 45 associates at the Bolingbrook, IL location. They will collaborate with the VP/GM to understand the strategy of the business and ensure the financial infrastructure is aligned to support key deliverables and profitable growth. They will also manage the Staff Accountant, and Accounting Clerk, and own the IC process for their team. RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership, Operational Excellence & Growth Partner with the VP of Finance and VP/GM to align financial strategy with business objectives and drive profitable growth. Lead the development and execution of financial plans, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. Championing the Crane Business System by enforcing standard work, driving kaizen activities, and ensuring financial processes support continuous improvement. Serve as a key advisor to the site leadership team, offering financial guidance and challenging assumptions to ensure sound business decisions. Intellectual Capital Crane has a rigorously defined Intellectual Capital (IC) process and cadence. This top finance role will own the IC process for the business’s finance function and hold managers accountable for the Strategy -> Structure -> People approach to achieving operational excellence and talent outcomes. Crane’s Intellectual Capital (IC) process covers the entire associate development life cycle, including Talent Recruitment & Onboarding, Associate Development, Performance Management, Compensation Planning & Recognition, and Retirement. The IC Process is underpinned by a comprehensive Intellectual Capital Review which is conducted at multiple points during the year to ensure that associates are being developed for future roles and that the organization is achieving its talent goals. A core responsibility of the Controller is to lead and manage the finance team’s IC process to achieve business performance objectives and provide growth and development for our associates. The following highlight these critical components of IC: Recruiting, Selection and Onboarding Anticipate future trends and respond to the evolving needs of the finance organization by planning, creating, implementing, and evaluating innovative tactics to recruit top financial talent. Master Crane’s recruiting and onboarding processes and provide ongoing reinforcement of Crane’s interview methodology; accountable to ensure finance leadership understands and properly executes the process, resulting in sound hiring decisions. Compensation, Benefits and Recognition Ensure accurate market pricing of finance roles, working with the corporate Compensation team and appropriate external survey sources to ensure fairness. Oversee and provide input to offers and salary assessments for finance team members to ensure competitive and equitable offerings aligned with company policies and market trends. Lead the development and execution of incentive and bonus programs that drive individual and team performance within the finance function. Stay abreast of market trends in finance compensation and benefits for consideration in future program designs. Ensure meaningful recognition of finance associates, whether it be for milestone anniversaries, retirements, or other Business Unit celebrations. Performance Management & Development Oversee the training and completion of quality documentation and conversations for both mid-year and year-end performance assessments within the finance team. Implement and facilitate training and development programs tailored to the needs of the finance function in conjunction with standard offerings and training requirements for Crane. Ensure appropriate actions are taken when individual performance levels are not achieved or sustained. Cascade Corporate-wide programs, such as Culture of Equality workshops, facilitate rich discussions in partnership with finance leadership. Intellectual Capital Reviews The Controller, with the VP/GM and VP of Finance, will run the BU quarterly IC review cadence with their team, as well as participate in Annual IC Deep Dive with the Corporate Executive Team. Additional IC touchpoints are also included in all business meetings, Strategy Reviews, Annual Operating Plan, and Vertical reviews to ensure alignment with agreed actions and responsiveness to new learning. The Annual IC Deep Dive with corporate goes beyond a traditional Talent Review/Succession Planning discussion. These reviews are holistic in nature and require updates on everything from Turnover and Equality metrics to talent requirements, contingent workforce, campus recruiting, as well as critical salaried and hourly information regarding compensation and benefits to market and any other items the Exec Team should be aware of. The Controller is responsible for teaching, coaching, and training their finance team and management on the IC processes and provide continual reinforcement. Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings in accordance with GAAP and corporate policies. Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with SOX, tax regulations, and other financial requirements. Lead external audit preparation and coordination, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor inquiries. Team Leadership & Development Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, including Staff Accountant and Accounting Clerk. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence. Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, ensuring alignment with Crane’s Intellectual Capital (IC) process and talent development goals. Cost Management & Analysis Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard labor cost development, variance analysis, and inventory valuation. Collaborate with operations and supply chain to monitor cost performance and identify improvement opportunities. Analyze financial data and KPIs to support business decisions and drive cost containment initiatives. Systems & Process Improvement Lead ERP system enhancements and ensure financial systems support accurate reporting and efficient operations. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial workflows and enhance data integrity. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership roles. Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards. Proven experience in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a dynamic environment. High integrity and commitment to ethical standards aligned with Crane’s core values. Experience supporting a VP/GM or equivalent with P&L responsibility. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA or CMA certification preferred. Master’s degree is a plus. #LI-SM1 #Nuclear $120,000 - $150,000 This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.