Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

We are seeking a hands-on, operationally focused Controller to join our growing manufacturing organization during an exciting period of transformation. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and play a critical leadership role in preparing the business for the implementation of Net Suite ERP.

This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive finance leader who enjoys building scalable processes, improving reporting, and partnering with operations in a manufacturing environment. The Controller will initially manage one Accountant while helping establish the finance infrastructure needed to support continued growth.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the Accountant.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.

• Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, and inventory reconciliations.
• Analyze manufacturing variances, production costs, and inventory movements.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to improve inventory accuracy and costing processes.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.

• Serve as the finance lead for the upcoming Net Suite implementation.
• Document current accounting processes and design future-state workflows.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external implementation consultants on system configuration, testing, and user acceptance.
• Develop accounting policies, controls, and reporting processes within Net Suite.
• Drive automation and continuous process improvements across the finance function.

• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual financial audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
• Assist with sales tax, property tax, and other compliance filings as needed.

• Build scalable accounting processes to support company growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, and Executive Leadership.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Assist the Head of Finance with financial modeling and strategic initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis to support operational decision-making.