Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for a growing manufacturing organization. This position will oversee day-to-day financial activities, strengthen internal processes, and support executive leadership with clear reporting, forecasting, and business recommendations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and a background managing financial performance in a construction or project-based environment.

Responsibilities:

+ Direct all core accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and cash management

+ Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

+ Enhance KPIs, operational reporting, job costing, and margin analysis across manufacturing operations

+ Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy

+ Lead inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis

+ Strengthen internal controls and refine accounting processes to support scalable growth

+ Manage annual audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, and tax advisors

+ Oversee cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning

+ Support pricing strategy, contract profitability, and key operational decisions

+ Drive ERP optimization, reporting improvements, and process efficiencies

+ Ensure GAAP compliance and meet all applicable government or aerospace reporting requirements

+ Mentor and develop staff while building a high-performing, scalable finance team

Requirements

The ideal Controller will have a Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration. CPA and/or MBA preferred

Other requirements for the Controller role include and are not limited to:

+ 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience

+ Prior experience within manufacturing strongly preferred

+ Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing operations

+ ERP system experience required

+ Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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