Controller

Job Duties

• Own enterprise risk management, including credit policies and internal control frameworks.
• Act as the business unit’s primary representative to financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Own all financial reporting, including internal and external reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including a 7-day month-end close, reconciliations, and OneStream reporting.
• Ensure SOX compliance through the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls and audit trails.
• Own the ERP accounting system, ensuring accurate transaction processing, general ledger integrity, and strong system controls.
• Drive financial systems optimization, automation, and data integrity to improve efficiency and transparency.
• Own cash flow management, including forecasting, monitoring, and liquidity planning.
• Provide financial analysis and insights, including margin and variance analysis, to support business performance and strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop finance staff, including performance management and goal setting aligned with organizational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial and operational processes.
• Own audit and tax compliance, including coordination of annual audits and support for 401(k)/EBP audits.
• Oversee payroll operations, including approval of payroll processing, journal entries, and labor allocations.
• Prepare and review financial, operational, and statistical reports, including reconciliations and ad hoc analyses.
• Approve and oversee all disbursement activities, including ACH, wire transfers, and check payments.
• Provide overall leadership and oversight of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Requirements

• Education & Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required)
• CPA, CMA, or MBA (preferred)
• Experience:
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance/accounting
• Minimum of 3 years as a plant controller or finance leadership role
• Experience in manufacturing preferred
• Strong knowledge of cost account and inventory management
• Lead financial audit
• Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles GAAP
• Proficiency in financial systems
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
• Familiarity with financial modeling, variance analysis, and ROI analysis
• Leadership Skills:
• Strong business acumen and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and partner with cross-functional teams
• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to support and own multi-disciplinary activities

Qualifications

• Experience in the Aerospace & Defense industry is a plus