Controller

About the role

Our client, a well-established and growing organization, is seeking a hands-on Controller with a manufacturing or construction background to lead core accounting operations and support executive leadership with accurate financial reporting and analysis. This position is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys balancing hands-on and strategic oversight with day-to-day accounting execution in a fast-moving environment.

The Controller will serve as a key financial leader, ensuring the integrity of financial information, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving timely reporting that supports organizational decision-making. Working closely with senior leadership, this individual will oversee accounting operations, financial close processes, cash management activities, and compliance requirements while helping enhance systems and processes to support continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulatory obligations.
• Support commission calculations and related compensation reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial reports.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Perform cost accounting, project accounting, and profitability analysis.
• Evaluate financial trends and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other professional service providers.
• Manage annual information-return reporting requirements, including contractor filings.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools that enhance visibility into financial performance.
• Provide guidance and oversight for accounting staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance; Associate's degree may be considered with relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience as a Controller leading a team in Manufacturing/Construction/Engineering.
• Strong QuickBooks and Excel knowledge; experience with NetSuite is also acceptable.
• Strong interpersonal skills.