Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Controller - Accounting & Finance Recruiting Manager at Morgan Hunter

This is a hands-on Controller role with a growing, family-owned organization built on long-standing relationships, technical expertise, and doing business the right way. The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while serving as a trusted financial partner to leadership, helping guide thoughtful growth and sound decision-making.

The ideal candidate enjoys being close to the business, values stability and collaboration, and takes pride in building strong processes that support people—not just numbers.

$/yr - $/yr

• Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, benefits administration, and bank reconciliations
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes with a strong emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
• Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and management reports for leadership
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to protect company assets and ensure long-term stability
• Partner closely with ownership and leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
• Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits, tax preparation, and compliance
• Oversee commission reporting and reconciliations for sales teams and partner manufacturers
• Provide practical financial insight to support operational decisions, cost management, and profitability by product line and customer
• Improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and processes with a thoughtful, long-term mindset
• Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering accountability, teamwork, and professional development

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred, not required)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a closely held, family-owned, or relationship-driven business
• Experience in construction, distribution, sales, or manufacturer-representative environments a plus
• Strong working knowledge of accounting systems (Quick Books Online, ADP, or similar) and Excel
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial partners
• High integrity, discretion, and pride in ownership of work

Executive

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Staffing and Recruiting and Manufacturing

Kansas City Metropolitan Area