Controller

We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong manufacturing background to lead the company’s accounting and financial operations. This position will oversee full-cycle accounting, with a emphasis on cost accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and operational support. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment and the ability to partner closely with leadership to drive financial accuracy and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all full-cycle accounting functions, including general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and year-end close.
• Manage and maintain accurate financial reporting and ensure timely preparation of financial statements.
• Lead all accounting activities, including inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, bill of materials review, and margin analysis.
• Monitor manufacturing costs and partner with operations leadership to identify cost drivers and opportunities for improvement.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes and provide analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and compliance practices.
• Oversee inventory controls and ensure accuracy in inventory valuation and reporting.
• Analyze financial performance and present findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate audit support, account reconciliations, and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Help improve accounting systems, processes, and reporting efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Cost accounting experience highly preferred.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and financial statement preparation.
• Knowledge of inventory, standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing reporting.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and accounting best practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• ERP system experience is a must.

Preferred Background

• Experience partnering with plant or operations leadership.
• Exposure to budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience improving processes in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.