Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

KLR Executive Search is proud to partner with W.R. Cobb to hire a new Controller. Our Client's Global Headquarters is located in East Providence, Rhode Island, with additional locations in Asia and Europe.

For over 130 years, this privately-held company and has grown organically and through acquisition over the past decades. Their in-depth expertise as a wholesale fine metals manufacturer has given the company a solid foundation to support the needs of other industries that require precise metal fabrication in various forms and metals. They produce products of the highest quality with an industry-leading on-time delivery schedule.

A successful candidate will have responsibility for all accounting functions, including multi-company monthly closings, fixed assets, reconciliations, and special financial projects. In addition, this individual will have industry or manufacturing exposure. The ideal Controller will have a minimum of five years of experience and a strong focus on corporate accounting and will supervise one individual who supports the AP function.

• Manage the monthly and year-end closings and general ledger maintenance.
• Perform analysis of financial data, prepare financial and special reports, and ensure accurate and timely accounting information following established procedures.
• Prepare the daily dashboard for Executive Management.
• Complete monthly general ledger analysis and comparatives to the budget
• Prepare and review monthly intercompany transactions and reconcile to ledger balances.
• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports, ensuring compliance with GAAP and alignment with the unique needs of a manufacturing business.
• Utilize comprehensive controls to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Manage the preparation of annual budgets and analyze budgets to actual explaining variances.
• Extract and analyze data from the accounting system to support management decisions and alert emerging issues to the management team.
• Support internal customers and lean projects throughout the company.
• Assist in the coordination and provision of information to external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Communicate process improvements related to meeting company objectives.

• BS in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance.
• Experience working in a public accounting firm is a plus.
• Strong background with financial analysis and planning
• Previous experience with the use of accounting software systems, including Macola, is a plus.
• Familiarity with BOA Cash Pro is a plus.
• Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.
• Experience with a small to medium size, entrepreneurial, growth-oriented company.