With over 100 years’ accumulated experience, ZIEHL-ABEGG is the world leading fan and motor manufacturer. We are the proven leader in the fan and ventilation market, providing innovative and energy efficient solutions to our business partners and customers.

ZIEHL-ABEGG is looking for an analytical and results-oriented Controller who can be a strong contributor to our heavily expanding company. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, oversees the monthly/annual close process, maintains strong internal controls, and leads a high-performing accounting team.

Your main responsibilities will be:

Accounts Payable Oversight

- Manage the end-to-end AP process including invoice approval, payment processing, vendor setup, and expense reimbursements.
- Ensure timely payments, vendor reconciliation, and compliance with company policies and contractual terms.
- Resolve vendor issues, discrepancies, and escalations.
- Cash Flow Management

Accounts Receivable Oversight

- Oversee billing, collections, cash applications, credit review, and customer account setup.
- Monitor aging reports, support collection efforts, and improve cash flow.
- Ensure compliance with revenue recognition policies and standards.
- Manage all applicable revenue related tax compliance (such as: Sales & Use Tax – GST/HST/QST, etc.)

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements prepared by the team.
- Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP & HBII reporting
- Ensure timely reporting with all taxing authorities & external parties (IRS/State/Canadian/etc.)
- Collaborate with Finance leadership (domestic & abroad) & Executive leadership (as needed) to support reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Cost Accounting Oversight

- Supervise cost accounting activities including product costing, inventory valuation, BOM audits, and standard cost updates.




- Review cost variance analysis and manufacturing performance reports.
- Partner with operations and supply chain teams on costing methodologies and inventory controls.
- Calculate & implement annual Labor & Overhead production costing update

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

- Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies.
- Identify opportunities to automate processes, streamline workflows, and improve financial accuracy.
- Assist with ERP enhancements or system implementations.

Audit & Compliance

- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits.
- Provide required schedules, respond to auditor inquiries, and support compliance initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to GAAP/HBII, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

- Supervise, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary accounting team (AP, AR, Staff Accountants, Senior Accountants, Cost Accountants, and Tax personnel).
- Assign workloads, set priorities, and monitor performance to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Conduct coaching, training, performance evaluations, and succession planning.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
- Experience managing AP, AR, GL, and cost accounting functions.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with process automation or accounting system upgrades.
- Familiarity with cost accounting in a standard costing or manufacturing environment.

📌 Controller (Monterrey)
🏢 ZIEHL-ABEGG Inc. North America
📍 Monterrey