Controller

Extension is seeking a Controller for a Direct Hire opportunity with one of our clients located in Beaver Dam, WI.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, family-oriented manufacturing organization known for producing high-quality products for customers across multiple industries. With a strong reputation, stable leadership team, and collaborative culture, this company offers employees the opportunity to make a significant impact across the business.

• Established and growing manufacturing company with a strong market reputation
• Hands-on role with visibility and influence across the entire organization
• Opportunity to serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership
• Annual bonus opportunity based on company performance
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, holidays, and 401(k) with employer match

Key Objectives / Role Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and month-end/year-end close activities.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial performance reporting to support business decisions.
• Oversee inventory valuation, product costing, manufacturing cost accounting, and profitability analysis.
• Direct accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking relationships, collections, sales commissions, sales/use tax reporting, and annual audit preparation.
• Serve as a key operational partner to leadership while supporting administrative functions such as payroll, HR administration, insurance programs, retirement plans, and vendor relationships.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of QuickBooks experience.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to develop complex spreadsheets, reporting tools, and financial analyses.