Controller

Job Description

This is a leadership role at the center of the organization’s financial operations and future growth. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Controller will lead the day-to-day accounting function while helping shape financial strategy, strengthen processes, and build a high-performing finance team. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance accuracy and compliance with forward-thinking insight, turning financial data into meaningful guidance for business decisions. The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, a passion for developing people, and a track record of improving systems, processes, and financial visibility to help organizations scale and succeed.

What You'll Do...

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Lead the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements across all operating regions.
• Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to protect company assets and ensure financial integrity.

Accounting Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Ensure accounting systems and processes operate effectively and support accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee inventory costing, product pricing, and inventory management processes, partnering with operations and leadership to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and supporting professional growth.
• Build a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative finance team culture.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and leadership to support company objectives and improve financial understanding across the organization.
• Serve as a proactive leader who identifies issues, drives solutions, and helps the business scale effectively.

Audit and External Relationships

• Lead the preparation for internal and external audits, ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely completion.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and CPA firms and coordinate all audit activities.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations.

Process Improvement and Systems Leadership

• Identify and lead initiatives to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.
• Champion continuous improvement and implement best practices across finance operations.
• Oversee financial systems and ERP platforms, including enhancements, upgrades, and new technology implementation.
• Recommend and implement tools and systems that improve financial visibility and operational performance.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Partner with the VP of Finance to develop the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budget, analyze variances, and provide clear, actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Support strategic planning through financial modeling and operational analysis.

Qualifications

What You Bring...

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience required, with the majority within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role required.
• Experience leading teams and improving financial processes and systems.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and GAAP expertise.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with financial systems and ERP platforms (Oracle experience preferred).
• Excellent communication and ability to partner with senior leadership and operational teams.