Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Position: Small Company Controller
Salary Range: $85,000–$95,000
Location: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time

My client, a stable and growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a hands-on, small company Controller to lead all financial management, administrative operations, and internal controls. This is a key leadership role that partners directly with the company President and influences long-term financial sustainability, operational decision-making, and organizational performance.

This position is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented financial professional who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on in a dynamic environment and has experience working in a small company environment.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including:

  • General ledger management
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Payroll
  • Month-end and year-end close processes
    
    
    Note:
    
    This role currently has no accounting support staff — the Controller is responsible for completing these tasks independently.

• Manage relationships with financial institutions, external auditors, and insurance partners.

• Ensure compliance with all financial laws, regulations, and tax requirements, including planning and reporting.

• Lead administrative functions, including HR administration, employee benefits, and business insurance.

• Collaborate with operations and leadership to:

  • Build and manage budgets
  • Monitor financial performance
  • Provide data-driven recommendations

• Support the President in building a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement.

• Monitor cash flow, profitability, and capital expenditures to maintain strong financial stability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced credentials such as CPA, CMA, or a relevant master’s degree are preferred.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, and administration.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Ability to translate business objectives into financial strategy and insights.
• Excellent decision-making, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communicator capable of explaining financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, dependability, and professionalism.

• Full-time, on-site role
• Reports directly to the President
• Salary: $85,000–$95,000, depending on experience
• Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and additional standard employer benefits.