What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Smith Industries, LLC?
Smith Industries and SI Utility are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead and strengthen financial operations across fabrication and utility infrastructure projects. This role will work closely with executive leadership, operations, supply chain, and finance teams to oversee financial reporting, job costing, inventory controls, cash flow management, and operational financial performance as the organization continues to scale.
The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing and project-based accounting experience, leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment supporting multiple business segments.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Controls
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
- Prepare and oversee financial statements, management reporting, and financial analysis
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial compliance
- Support external audits, tax coordination, and financial reporting requirements
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across business operations
Manufacturing & Job Cost Accounting
- Monitor job costing processes across fabrication and utility operations
- Analyze labor, material, overhead, and production variances
- Manage WIP reporting and revenue recognition processes
- Support project margin analysis and operational financial performance tracking
- Partner with operations leadership to improve cost visibility and reporting accuracy
Inventory & Material Control
- Oversee inventory reconciliation, cycle count programs, and inventory reserve analysis
- Partner with Supply Chain and Material Control teams to improve inventory accuracy and controls
- Drive process improvements related to inventory tracking, material usage, and ERP reporting
Cash Flow & Working Capital
- Support AR/AP tracking and working capital initiatives
- Support cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and financial reporting
- Monitor billing, collections, and project cash conversion metrics
- Assist leadership with financial planning and operational decision-making
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 7 years of accounting or finance experience preferred
- Manufacturing, industrial, fabrication, EPC, or construction accounting experience strongly preferred
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory accounting required
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills required
- Experience with Power BI, QuickBooks, or manufacturing ERP systems preferred
- CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required
Preferred Attributes
- Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growth environment
- Comfortable partnering closely with operations and executive leadership
- Hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements
Compensation
Competitive compensation package including salary, bonus opportunity, and benefits based on experience.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Smith Industries is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Smith Industries is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position.