Controller - Financial Reporting & Controls Leader

W2 only, no C2C, must be authorized to work in the US (both now and in the future).

Controller (Direct Hire) - in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Apply now for this opportunity at Carex!

Controller

Location:
Manitowoc, WI

Summary

Carex is partnering with a banking industry partner to hire a Controller responsible for leading accounting and financial reporting functions while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. This role oversees general accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory reporting support, audit coordination, and accounting policy governance. The Controller will partner closely with finance leadership, executive leadership, business unit leaders, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to support strategic decision-making and maintain a strong control environment.

This position will also lead process improvement, automation, and operational excellence initiatives across the Finance function.

What You'll Do

• Lead accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, applicable regulatory requirements, and established accounting policies.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including accounting operations, reconciliations, and financial reporting activities.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including control documentation, testing support, and remediation efforts.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and Finance-related compliance activities.
• Provide technical accounting guidance related to new products, business initiatives, acquisitions, and complex transactions.
• Partner cross-functionally with leadership, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to support financial integrity and informed decision-making.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies across Finance functions.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and governance practices that support a strong control environment.
• Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and exceptional service.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and banking operations.
• Experience overseeing month-end close, financial statement preparation, audits, and regulatory interactions.
• Proven leadership, team development, and project management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with in a regulated banking or financial services environment preferred.
• Experience with regulatory reporting, bank examinations, and interactions with federal or state banking regulators preferred.
• Experience leading accounting system implementations, automation projects, or process transformation initiatives preferred.
• MBA, master’s degree in Accounting, or another relevant advanced degree preferred.