Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

A leading Electronics Manufacturing Services Company is seeking a Controller to guide financial operations during a period of significant expansion. This role requires a professional with deep expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, strong operational acumen, and the ability to evolve existing financial processes into scalable, efficient systems.

• Work closely with the CEO and executive team to align financial strategy with organizational growth objectives, capital requirements, and operational capabilities.
• Develop financial models to assess expansion initiatives including capacity increases, automation investments, and new customer integrations.
• Advise on pricing strategies, contract structures, and cost frameworks.
• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, cost accounting, inventory management, and revenue recognition.
• Enhance ERP and financial reporting systems to support higher transaction volumes and increased complexity.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual workflows to improve accuracy and reduce processing time.
• Maintain, refine, and reconcile standard costing for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Evaluate profitability by product line, customer, and contract; present actionable recommendations to strengthen margins.
• Lead initiatives across departments to reduce scrap, rework, and other non-value-added costs.
• Drive the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, ensuring cross-functional alignment across sales, operations, and capital planning.
• Deliver monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor key financial indicators to proactively identify risks and opportunities.
• Maintain precise cash flow forecasts and ensure sufficient liquidity to support ongoing operations and growth initiatives.
• Improve DSO and collection performance through disciplined AR management.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to optimize inventory levels while maintaining service requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all relevant regulatory standards.
• Lead annual financial audits and tax activities in partnership with auditors and tax firms.
• Establish and maintain scalable internal controls that support a growing business.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA or CMA strongly preferred.
• 5-10+ years of Controller experience including at least 3 years in manufacturing (experience in contract manufacturing or electronics assembly preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to support organizational growth and scale financial operations.
• Extensive knowledge of ERP/manufacturing systems and cost accounting methodologies.
• Experience with Syteline ERP or Cetec software experience is preferred.