Controller

KerberRose Human Resources is partnering with a rapidly growing and highly entrepreneurial Central Wisconsin organization in the search for an impactful, strategic, and hands-on Controller.

This is not a traditional “keep the books moving” accounting role. This is a leadership opportunity for someone who wants a seat at the table and enjoys building, improving, influencing, and helping drive a business forward.

The ideal candidate is both operationally excellent and strategically minded — someone who can lead a team, elevate processes, create accountability, support leadership decision-making, and bring a strong business mindset to the organization. This individual will oversee accounting and administrative operations while serving as a trusted financial partner to company leadership during an exciting phase of continued growth.

We are looking for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, embraces change, sees opportunities for improvement, and genuinely enjoys rolling up their sleeves to make things happen.

What You’ll Lead

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting and financial operations

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and administrative staff

• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes

• Own budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and cash flow management

• Provide leadership with actionable financial insights and strategic recommendations

• Strengthen internal controls, financial processes, and operational efficiencies

• Identify opportunities for scalability, automation, and systems improvement

• Partner cross-functionally with operational leaders to support business initiatives

• Assist in driving organizational growth, profitability, and process optimization

• Manage banking relationships, insurance coordination, vendor partnerships, and additional administrative functions

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, reporting requirements, and tax obligations

• Help create structure while maintaining the agility needed within a growing business

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

• 5 years of progressive accounting or financial leadership experience

• Prior experience leading teams and managing accounting operations

• Strong financial acumen with the ability to think beyond the numbers

• Proven ability to improve processes and operate effectively in evolving environments

• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls

• Experience within a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial, construction, real estate, property management, or operationally driven environment is highly valued

• Strong leadership presence with excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Self-starter mentality with high accountability and follow-through

• Ability to balance strategy with execution and adapt quickly to changing priorities

• CPA designation or advanced accounting credentials are a plus, but not required

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing and evolving organization

• High level of visibility and influence with ownership and leadership

• Ability to make a meaningful impact on the future direction of the business

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment where ideas and initiative are valued

• Opportunity to build, improve, and leave your mark

• Long-term career growth potential within a successful and expanding company

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Additional benefits and leadership growth opportunities

This opportunity is ideal for a driven finance professional who wants more than a back-office accounting role — someone excited to lead people, influence operations, improve systems, and help guide a growing organization into its next chapter.