Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Controller – Kadant South America

Location:

Lebanon, Ohio

Salary: $140,000–$160,000

Hours:

Monday‑Friday 8 AM‑5 PM (or similar schedule). Role is in‑person at our facility in Lebanon, OH.

KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC (KBC) is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we’ve helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe.

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Controller to manage our accounting operations. The Controller will prepare and coordinate the completion of periodic financial reports for timely submission per corporate deadlines, maintain a comprehensive set of controls ensuring reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles, and advance KBC’s mission of being a forward‑thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.

• Manage accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory, and revenue recognition in a multiple‑company environment.
• Schedule and coordinate month‑end closing processes, including submissions of quarterly corporate Hyperion closing packages and reporting, ensuring compliance with corporate deadlines.
• Review monthly account reconciliations, verify accuracy of account balances, and recommend correcting adjustments as required.
• Develop, implement, and maintain proper internal controls and procedures for all areas of general accounting to ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes‑Oxley Act.
• Manage interface with internal and external auditors and direct responses to audit requests.
• Responsible for critical overtime revenue recognition process and associated controls.
• Responsible for treasury, accounting, and statutory reporting/audits for Sweden business operation.
• Coordinate general ledger and financial reporting requirements for the company’s ERP system.
• Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; follow up on work results.
• Maintain financial staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Maintain financial staff performance by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; plan, monitor, and appraise performance.
• Identify and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy of the KBC Finance team.
• Complete special projects as necessary.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to lead/manage direct reports effectively.
• Deep understanding of accounting procedures and processes.
• Good communication/interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity using an ERP system.
• Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university is required, along with 10 or more years of progressive experience in general accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• CPA a plus. Management experience also desirable.

M/F/Disability/Veteran

All benefits are effective upon hire—including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing