Corporate Controller Job in Milwaukee, WI

Corporate Controller

We are looking for an accomplished Corporate Controller to oversee accounting leadership for a growing manufacturing company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position plays a central role in guiding financial operations, supporting business performance, and strengthening partnership across plant locations and corporate functions. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership style, strong manufacturing accounting knowledge, and a track record of building effective processes and high-performing teams.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day work of the corporate accounting function, providing leadership and development for team members across general accounting, payables, receivables, collections, and payroll.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles to ensure timely reporting, accurate journal entries, and well-supported account reconciliations.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports, including consolidated results and analysis that supports operational and executive decision-making.
• Manage inventory and cost accounting activities by monitoring standard costs, overhead application, valuation accuracy, and physical inventory coordination.
• Administer fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and maintenance of accurate supporting records.
• Supervise core transaction processes such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections, payroll administration, cash activity, and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accounting policies, strengthen internal controls, and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal financial requirements.
• Coordinate external financial audits along with benefit-related and insurance audits, and oversee tax filings related to sales and use, property, and real estate obligations.
• Partner with plant controllers and leaders in operations, engineering, quality, HR, and other departments to provide financial guidance and improve business processes.
• Identify opportunities to enhance systems, streamline workflows, and support broader organizational initiatives tied to growth and operating efficiency.