Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Controller

Manufacturing | Plant & Operations Finance

We are seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a stable, growing manufacturing organization. This Controller role is highly visible and hands-on, with direct involvement in plant operations, cost accounting, inventory, and pricing. The Senior Controller will manage the accounting team while serving as a key financial and operational partner to leadership.

This Controller opportunity is ideal for an experienced manufacturing finance leader who values long-term stability, continuous improvement, and a collaborative culture. The Controller will have the ability to make a meaningful impact on both financial reporting and day-to-day operations.

• Serve as the Controller responsible for all accounting functions in accordance with GAAP
• As Controller, manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis
• Ensure strong internal controls, policies, and procedures as the Controller
• Lead cost accounting activities including standard costing and variance analysis
• Partner with operations on cost control, pricing analysis, and margin improvement initiatives
• Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliation, valuation, and physical counts
• Provide financial insight to support operational efficiency and capital investment decisions
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team as the Senior Controller
• Act as the Controller lead for the Epicor ERP system
• Drive continuous process improvements across accounting, reporting, and plant finance

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Prior Controller or Senior Controller experience strongly preferred
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory, and operations finance
• ERP system experience required;
  Epicor preferred
• Proven leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Stability:
  Well-established manufacturing organization with long-term success and low turnover
• Growth:
  Ongoing investment in operations, systems, and leadership development
• Culture:
  Collaborative, low-ego environment focused on accountability and work-life balance
• Impact:
  Senior-level Controller role with direct influence on operational and strategic decisions