Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Our client is a growing product distribution and light-manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager / Controller to lead its accounting operations and financial reporting.

This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who can manage day-to-day processes, strengthen financial controls, and provide company leadership with accurate financial information. You will oversee the accounting team while remaining actively involved in the work.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Lead monthly and year-end closing processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements, cash-flow reports, and management reporting
• Review journal entries and account reconciliations
• Manage inventory accounting, product costs, freight, and inventory adjustments
• Analyze margins and identify opportunities to improve profitability
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow planning
• Monitor collections, vendor payments, and daily cash activity
• Maintain Quick Books and improve accounting workflows
• Develop internal controls and ensure transactions are properly documented and approved
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate accounting team members
• Coordinate with external accounting and tax professionals

First 90-Day Priorities

• Stabilize payroll, AP, AR, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Evaluate accounting procedures and strengthen internal controls
• Deliver reliable financial reporting, budgets, and cash-flow forecasts
• Assess the accounting team and recommend improvements to responsibilities and structure

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of AP, AR, general ledger, reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close
• Proficiency in Quick Books and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with inventory or cost accounting preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• Previous leadership or team-management experience
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred