Controller Inspection

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer more efficient sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework we Reach Identify Strengthen and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. Were a global company of problem solvers collaborators and innovators and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement CUES is the worlds leading developer of water wastewater and storm water inspection equipment. With CCTV cameras pre-built vehicles and software for pipeline inspection and rehabilitation we improve the safety and reliability of our water infrastructure systems.

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Controller of Inspection you will provide overall financial leadership for a multi-revenue-stream manufacturing software and services business ensuring complete accurate and timely financial reporting in full compliance with US GAAP Sarbanes-Oxley and all policies and control requirements of the publicly traded parent company. This role is a key business partner to senior management owning the integrity of the financial statements leading the accounting function driving continuous improvement and developing the finance team to support growth and operational excellence.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX your core responsibilities will be:

1. Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Own technical accounting and revenue recognition for hardware software (including SaaS/term licenses) and service/repair contracts under US GAAP including multi-element arrangements variable consideration and warranty vs. service considerations in coordination with Corporate on significant judgments.
• Oversee general ledger payroll accounts receivable and related accounting functions to ensure proper controls timely reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of account reconciliations including complex and judgmental areas such as reserves debt equity and other key balance sheet accounts.
• Direct and coordinate internal and external audit PBC lists schedules and responses managing the finance teams deliverables.
• Own working capital performance for the business (AR inventory AP) driving initiatives to improve DSO inventory turns and reduction of past-due balances.
• Oversee credit and collections policies and practices including risk assessment for major customers dealers and distributors.

1. Governance Controls Tax and Compliance

• Maintain a robust internal control environment over all financial processes to ensure full compliance with US GAAP Sarbanes-Oxley and parent-company accounting policies and reporting calendars.
• Direct and supervise Sarbanes-Oxley documentation testing remediation and ongoing monitoring for relevant processes and entities.
• Coordinate requests for data and work with internal and external auditors including statutory audits ensuring efficient audit execution and timely resolution of findings.
• Interpret and communicate legal regulatory and corporate policy requirements as they apply to finance and accounting and ensure adherence across the business.
• Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual federal and state income tax packages and other tax information required by the parent company.
• Manage all other tax matters for the business including sales and use tax property tax and other indirect taxes ensuring timely and compliant filings and support for audits.

1. Leadership People Development and Process Improvement

• Lead mentor and develop the finance and accounting team including setting objectives providing feedback coaching and establishing training and succession plans.
• Maintain department staffing performance management communication and adherence to company policies values and leadership standards.
• Act as a proactive change agent fostering a culture of continuous learning collaboration and process excellence.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in finance and across impacted processes (quote-to-cash order-to-cash procure-to-pay record-to-report) including standardization process documentation and automation.

What we are looking for (Experience Knowledge Skills Abilities Education)

We each bring something to the table and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 7-10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience including manufacturing and/or public company experience; Big Four or public accounting background strongly preferred.
• Prior controllership or assistant controller experience with at least 3-5 years of management responsibility for an accounting/finance team.

Preferred Experience Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Experience in a large or multi-site manufacturing and services environment including consolidation of multiple locations and familiarity with standard costing inventory accounting and overhead capitalization.
• Deep technical knowledge of US GAAP and strong understanding of internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements in a public-company environment.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills; able to effectively interact with senior management auditors and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP and financial reporting systems (e.g. IFS OneStream) preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership teamwork coaching and talent-development skills including building and motivating high-performing teams.
• High level of integrity professional judgment and ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; Accounting degree strongly preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred

Travel & Working Environment

• On-site full-time at company headquarters in Orlando
• 10% travel is required to field locations and corporate headquarters

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and more importantly who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off caregiver parental and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance leadership development programs and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds experiences and voices at SPX and we are committed to challenging ourselves openly communicating and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected basis.