Controller

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and oversee budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting operations, including the general ledger, cost and inventory accounting, and the monthly and annual close processes.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the Company's financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and lender, tax, audit, and contractual obligations.
• Partner with the CFO and leadership team to support strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and informed business decision-making.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, financial systems, and business processes that safeguard Company assets and promote operational efficiency.
• Oversee treasury, tax, audit, insurance, risk management, and banking relationships.
• Support strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, financing activities, and other corporate transactions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with operations and other functional leaders to improve business performance through meaningful financial and operational metrics.

Reports to: CFO

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years' progressive accounting leadership experience, including responsibility for financial reporting, budget, internal controls, and team leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Advanced to Expert level knowledge of Excel.
• Manufacturing industry experience, including cost accounting and inventory accounting, strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting audits, banking relationships, tax compliance, treasury functions, and strategic financial initiatives such as acquisitions or financing transactions preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound business judgment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across departments.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and exercises sound judgment.