Are you ready for what’s next?  

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

The Plant Controller will lead and organize all general accounting functions and activities within a marine manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for maintaining accounting systems, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing critical financial analysis to enable management to make informed, strategic business decisions.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:

• Financial Leadership: Serve as the primary financial leader for a marine manufacturing plant. Provide financial insights to ensure the plant meets goals and objectives.
• Monthly Financial Closing & Reporting: Manage monthly closing procedures, ensuring financial statements are accurate and prepared in accordance with GAAP. Analyze and present these statements to management for decision-making purposes.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Oversee and enforce accounting systems, policies, and procedures (SOX compliance), revising them as necessary to optimize internal controls and improve operational efficiency. Provide training to internal staff on accounting policies and procedures.
• Accounts & Ledger Oversight: Supervise and ensure the timely and accurate execution of all accounting functions, including boat invoicing and general ledger maintenance.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Maintain and reconcile all balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Prepare financial budgets, forecasts, and projections on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, submitting them to the brand senior leadership team for review.
• Cost Analysis: Analyze various production scenarios to assess financial impacts and assist in managing contribution margin over the product lifecycle. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency.
• Goal Setting & Performance Monitoring: Engage with brand leadership on the strategic vision of the division, as well as assisting in the development of the strategic plans. Work with leadership to translate division goals into actionable targets for plant-level management. Develop scorecards to track and measure progress towards these goals.
• Pricing & Costing: Collaborate in the pricing of boats, components, and accessories, and provide cost analysis support for product lifecycle decisions.
• Plant Performance Reporting: Prepare and analyze internal plant performance reports, making recommendations for continuous improvement based on financial data.
• Labor & Material Analysis: Research and analyze labor and material usage trends, proposing strategies for cost control and performance optimization.
• Communication & Training: Provide regular updates to plant and group leadership on financial performance, offering advice and training on financial matters in both individual and group settings. Training on lean principles will be provided as needed.
• Special Projects & Analysis: Respond to plant and management’s requests for special projects, financial reports, and ad-hoc analysis.
• Cash Flow Management: Supervise the disbursement of company funds in accordance with corporate policies and contractual terms.
• Fixed Asset Management: Oversee physical control of fixed assets, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting to corporate headquarters.
• Industry Trends & Best Practices: Stay informed on current trends and developments in accounting and finance, implementing improvements that align with industry standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Prepare required IRS and governmental reports and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred.
• At least 7 years of relevant work experience, with a significant portion in a leadership role within a publicly traded company.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Ability to analyze complex data and present insights to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public accounting experience
• Experience in manufacturing and/or distribution industries

Working Conditions:

• Role is located in Merritt Island, FL
• Occasional domestic travel

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,900 - $160,800 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!  

About: Sea Ray  

At Sea Ray, we believe that richer moments on the water lead to a richer life. That’s why everything we do is designed to make each moment exceptional - now and in the future. Our team members—from those who design our latest models to those who assemble and finish the final product—are committed to ensuring that Sea Ray customers are ultimately and totally satisfied, not just as an ideal but a policy. Because when you believe in what you do, the rest speaks for itself.  

Next is Now!  

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.  If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support. 

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