Controller

We're seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing manufacturing organization. This role owns the close process, financial reporting, and internal controls, while serving as a strategic partner to plant and executive leadership on cost, margin, and operational performance. This is a strong opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader ready to take ownership of the finance function at a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timely financial reporting
• Prepare and present financial statements to executive leadership and plant/branch management
• Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting across the organization
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform variance/flux analysis and communicate drivers behind results to leadership
• Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costs, BOM accuracy, and overhead allocation
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies/procedures
• Lead and manage external audit engagements and serve as primary point of contact
• Monitor cash flow and support treasury/banking relationships as needed
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and plant leadership on cost and margin initiatives
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects for executive leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or MBA a plus
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, GAAP, cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Epicor, QAD, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong communication skills with ability to present to executive leadership