Controller, Finance

At Franklin Electric, Finance plays a pivotal role in accelerating business performance and strengthening organizational health. The Controller of Finance for Energy Systems is accountable for financial integrity and operational rigor across the segment—leading the monthly close, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, strengthening internal controls and governance, and partnering with business leaders to drive profitable growth. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role blends controllership (accounting, compliance, audit readiness) with commercial and operational partnership to improve P&L and working capital outcomes.

Responsibilities include leading the segment close and consolidation processes; delivering accurate management and statutory reporting; establishing and maintaining effective internal controls, policies, and governance; coordinating internal/external audit support; and driving process improvements that increase automation, strengthen data quality, and improve cycle times. The role also provides financial leadership for strategic initiatives and proactively advises Energy Systems leaders on corrective actions to ensure long-term achievement of key strategic priorities.