Controller

About the role

Position Summary The Controller will lead the accounting and finance function for a manufacturing organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective business partnership across the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing the month-end close process, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, compliance activities, and the development of a high-performing accounting team. The Controller will work closely with executive and operational leadership to support strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the organization.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Partner with leadership to provide financial insights and support key business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and financial processes.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial performance.
• Drive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and system optimization initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
• Support strategic initiatives, capital projects, and ad hoc financial analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or similar leadership role.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general accounting, and internal controls.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and partner effectively with business leaders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.