Controller

About Carolina Filters, Inc.

Carolina Filters, Inc. is a trusted leader in industrial filtration and cleaning services, proudly serving customers across diverse industries. We are committed to safety, innovation, and excellence — and we believe our people are the key to our success.

We operate through three specialized divisions:

Carolina PEC – Experts in process equipment cleaning and testing, performed at our Sumter, SC facility for customers throughout North America.

Carolina IAQ – Providers of indoor air quality services for healthcare, industrial, educational, and commercial facilities across the Southeast, operating from four branches in South Carolina.

Carolina Filter Supply – A value-added distributor of air and liquid filtration products serving customers across the United States.

At Carolina Filters, we don’t just meet industry standards — we help define them.

Position Summary

We’re looking for an experienced and detail-driven Controller to oversee all aspects of the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions. In this role, you will ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data while strengthening internal controls and supporting strategic decision-making.

The Controller will lead day-to-day accounting operations, supervise team members, manage financial reporting, enhance systems and processes, and partner closely with leadership to support company growth. This is a hands-on, highly visible role that requires strong technical expertise and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Oversee preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure appropriate classification of all accounting transactions.

• Develop, maintain, and review key accounting schedules and supporting documentation.

• Provide financial insights and variance analysis to leadership. 

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversight

• Supervise A/P and A/R teams and ensure accuracy, efficiency, and policy compliance.

• Oversee cash flow management, vendor payments, and customer collections.

• Implement best practices to improve working capital and streamline payment cycles.

Compliance, Audit & Controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.

• Coordinate annual financial audits and provide required documentation to external auditors.

Systems Optimization & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline accounting workflows.

• Partner with IT and systems teams to optimize ERP and financial systems.

• Document, maintain, and enhance accounting procedures and standard operating processes.

Strategic Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with the CFO and FP&A team on forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.

• Provide financial reporting and insights that enable informed decision-making across the business.

• Support leadership with project-based financial analysis and operational improvements.

Talent Development & Succession Planning

• Improve team capabilities by standardizing processes, implementing training programs, and building functional expertise.

• Lead the team through changes in systems, processes, and business needs with clear communication and structured development.

• Build depth within the accounting team through intentional succession planning and knowledge transfer. • Ensure continuity by documenting processes, cross-training staff, and preparing team members for increased responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.

• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit processes.

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to streamline processes, drive automation, and strengthen controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or multi-entity environments.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling.

• Experience implementing or upgrading an ERP system.

Why This Role Matters

The Controller plays a critical role in shaping the company’s financial infrastructure and supporting sustainable growth. You will help strengthen reporting accuracy, improve operational efficiency, and provide leadership with the financial clarity needed to make strategic decisions. Your expertise ensures the integrity of our financial data and supports the organization’s ability to grow with confidence.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Office-based role, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

• Occasional extended hours or weekend work as needed.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

• Strong visual and auditory acuity.

• Ability to analyze complex financial data and interpret regulatory materials.