Controller, Accounting, CFO

Transforming Talent into Results | 30+ Years in Staffing | CSP Certified | HR, Admin, & Leadership Search Specialist

On-site, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A well‑established, privately held manufacturing company in Central Florida is seeking a senior level Controller or Accounting Manager to join their leadership team. This manufacturing operation has a small office environment, quick decision‑making, and a family‑oriented culture. The company offers the stability and benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a close‑knit business.

• Direct training and mentorship under the current CFO
• Clear path to expanded leadership responsibility
• Hands‑on involvement in all accounting and financial operations
• Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and reporting
• Long term stability with ownership that values loyalty and common sense

• Oversee general ledger, month‑end and year‑end close, and financial reporting
• Support budgeting, cash flow, and operational financial analysis
• Manage Credit, Purchasing, and Accounts Payable functions
• Partner with ownership on financial insight and decision support
• Lead and support ERP transition to Odoo
• Maintain strong internal controls in a low bureaucracy environment
• Utilize advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA preferred but not required
• 10–15 years of progressive accounting experience
• Manufacturing background required
• Some prior leadership or managerial experience
• Strong systems aptitude with ERP experience;
  Odoo a plus
• Advanced Excel skills
• Comfortable working directly with ownership in a family‑business setting
• Practical, confident, and able to operate with limited structure

This role requires someone who is steady, thick‑skinned, and professional, yet approachable. The environment is easy‑going, collaborative, and relationship‑driven.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan

Local candidates in Lake Wales or surrounding areas such as Winter Haven or Bartow are strongly preferred. This is an on‑site role and relocation is not being offered.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Manufacturing