What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Extension, Inc?
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.