Controller

Controller – Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead and coordinate the company’s financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cost control.

The Controller will be a key member of the leadership team and will work closely with senior management to provide accurate financial reporting, meaningful analysis, forecasting, and recommendations that support business growth and operational decision-making.

The ideal candidate is an accounting professional who can take ownership of the company’s financial function while also developing a strong understanding of our manufacturing operation and cost structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and operating results.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and identify significant variances.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and working capital.
• Maintain accurate and timely financial records.
• Develop financial forecasts and provide analysis to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and eliminate unnecessary spending.
• Develop an understanding of manufacturing operations, product costs, labor, overhead, and profitability.
• Support cost accounting and product-line profitability analysis.
• Prepare financial analysis for contracts, capital expenditures, and investment decisions.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to minimize financial errors and reduce fraud risk.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, reporting, and efficiency.
• Assist with payroll administration and coordinate with the company's outside payroll provider.
• Assist with compensation, benefits, onboarding, and other administrative/HR-related functions as needed.
• Develop and maintain office procedures and processes that support company goals.
• Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to financial and operational planning.
• Provide clear, timely, and actionable financial information to company leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant experience preferred.
• Manufacturing or cost-accounting experience is a strong plus.
• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and accounting practices.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks preferred.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Understanding of cash flow, working capital, AP, and AR.
• Experience analyzing financial data and developing financial projections.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and financial processes.
• Ability to learn and understand manufacturing operations and their financial impact.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both accounting and non-accounting personnel.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify potential issues before they become problems.

Pay: $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off