Knife River Corporation · 15 hours ago
REGION CONTROLLER
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
7+ years expKnife River Corporation is seeking a Region Controller to lead financial operations across their West Region. The role involves championing financial stewardship, collaborating with operations to drive growth, and overseeing budgeting and strategic planning.
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Responsibilities
Champion Knife River’s mission, values, and strategic goals by promoting them internally and externally to team members, customers, communities, and industry stakeholders
Champion Financial Stewardship and Governance. Lead by example in promoting strong financial controls, integrity, and compliance, ensuring regional financial practices align with GAAP, SOX, and corporate governance standards
Serve as a Strategic Business Partner to Operations. Collaborate with regional and state leadership to translate financial data into actionable insights that drive EBITDA growth, margin improvement, disciplined cost management, and profitable growth
Lead Regional Financial Strategy & Planning. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and performance management processes to support business objectives and informed decision-making
Drive Regional Standardization & Best Practices. Lead the development and implementation of standardized financial processes, policies, and procedures across the West Region to improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability
Strengthen Internal Controls & Risk Management. Design and maintain a strong internal control environment that protects company assets, mitigates risk, and ensures reliable financial and operational reporting
Lead & Develop Regional Finance and IT Talent. Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for State Controllers, finance, and IT teams, building strong bench strength and a high-performing finance organization
Support Mergers, Acquisitions, and Integration. Partner with corporate and regional leadership on due diligence, financial evaluation, and post-acquisition integration to support growth initiatives
Advance Systems and ERP Optimization. Champion continuous improvement and optimization of financial systems and technology to enhance data integrity, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency
Coordinate Internal and External Audits. Oversee regional audit activities, serving as a primary liaison with auditors and ensuring the timely resolution of findings
Provide Executive-Level Financial Insight. Prepare and present clear, concise financial information to regional leadership, supporting strategic decisions and performance reviews
Represent the Company and Finance Function. Participate in corporate and industry forums, working groups, and committees, positioning Knife River as a strong financial steward and industry leader
Ensure Agility and Responsiveness. Maintain the ability to travel as needed and support special projects and leadership initiatives that advance regional financial and operational excellence
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Seven or more years of proven progressive accounting management and financial leadership experience, preferably in the construction materials industry, including at least three years in a senior leadership role overseeing complex, multi-entity financial operations
Demonstrated executive leadership capability, with a proven track record of building, mentoring, and developing high-performing finance teams
Strong financial and strategic acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, ROI analysis, and long-term business planning
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage at all levels
Proven ability to serve as a trusted business partner to operations, translating financial data into actionable insights
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and engage at all organizational levels
Uncompromising ethical standards and integrity, with sound business judgement and a demonstrated commitment to strong governance and internal controls
Ability to travel as required; a valid driver's license is required
Must be located at, or willing to relocate to, a West Region location
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent professional certification
Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in construction materials or related industries, with demonstrated responsibility for P&L oversight and a track record of supporting profitable growth across multi-state and multi-business lines
Expertise in operations and capital planning, including safety, regulatory compliance, risk management, and execution of major investments with disciplined governance
Proven experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration efforts
Exceptional executive presence with strong financial acumen, stakeholder engagement skills, and board-level communication abilities
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
401K with Company Match
Profit Sharing
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Years of Service Recognition
Company
Knife River Corporation
Knife River is a contracting and construction materials supplying company that deals with marine, highway, and concrete construction.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$277.56M2023-11-06Post Ipo Secondary· $277.56M
2023-06-01IPO
Leadership Team
Glenn R. Pladsen
Chief Excellence Officer
Recent News
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