Controller | $140,000 - $160,000
Why You Should Join
- Internal promotion created this opening . Step into a well-established organization that invests in developing and advancing its employees.
- Recognized as one of the area's top employers with a strong reputation for culture, stability, and employee satisfaction.
- Outstanding bonus program with record-setting company performance and one of the strongest payouts in company history.
- Collaborative, people-first culture where leadership is accessible, supportive, and actively invested in employee growth.
- Tenured accounting team with strong systems, processes, and institutional knowledge already in place.
- Celebrating a major company milestone year , highlighting decades of success, growth, and market leadership.
- Opportunity to partner directly with executive leadership and play a key role in driving strategic business decisions.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a highly successful and growing organization. This position offers a blend of strategic leadership and hands-on accounting oversight while serving as a trusted business partner to senior leadership.
The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, supporting operational decision-making, and leading a high-performing accounting team.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and Inventory Accounting.
- Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements and management reporting packages.
- Maintain compliance with GAAP, SOX, and other financial regulations.
- Develop and monitor key performance metrics to support operational and financial performance.
- Partner with leadership across operations, sales, purchasing, and other functional areas.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to accounting processes, systems, and controls.
- Support ERP optimization efforts and financial system enhancements.
- Lead audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors.
- Assist with capital expenditure planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience as a Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Experience overseeing month-end close and financial statement preparation.
- Advanced Excel and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and partner with executive leadership.
- Manufacturing, distribution, inventory-intensive, or related industry experience is highly desirable.
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.