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Division Accounting Controller

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nidec logoNidec · North America
$118K–$189K/yrFull-timeOn-siteToday
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We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society. Job Summary Nidec is the world's No. 1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality. Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers' electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry's leading manufacturer. Job Description Shift: 1st Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm Work Location: On-Site (Mankato, MN) Starting Salary: $118,200 - $189,100 Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly At Nidec, we prioritize our team's well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us. Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities. Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day. Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best in-class company match of 100% on the employee's first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future. Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays. Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth. Position Objective: The Division Accounting Controller serves as the enterprise accounting leader for the division, with end-to-end accountability for financial integrity, and the standardization of accounting processes across all sites. This role is responsible for building a centralized, scalable accounting model that strengthens governance, improves consistency, and enables more effective business support in a high-growth manufacturing environment. As a key leader in the Nidec Power Americas finance transformation, the Division Accounting Controller will lead the shift from site-centric accounting practices to a governed, centrally led model with clear ownership, standardized processes, disciplined controls, and defined service delivery expectations across the organization. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Accounting Leadership & Financial Integrity Own financial reporting accuracy and completeness across the division, ensuring results are reliable, supportable, and aligned with enterprise controllership expectations Act as the division's authority for accounting decisions, technical interpretations, and policy application, ensuring consistent judgment across the organization Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and divisional governance requirements across all sites and legal entities within scope Maintain a strong internal control environment by enforcing segregation of duties, approval flows, and clearly defined responsibilities for key accounting activities Lead the accounting organization and govern the shared services relationship to ensure transactional execution supports divisional control, close, and reporting requirements Financial Reporting Lead the division's month-end close and reporting process, ensuring financial results are accurate, timely, well-supported, and delivered in a manner that meets executive, corporate, and compliance expectations Establish and enforce close governance through standardized calendars, account ownership, rec


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