Controller, Accounting, Financial Controller

Controller Position

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting organization for a growing manufacturing business in Southern New Hampshire. This role will oversee core financial operations, deliver accurate and timely reporting, and strengthen a disciplined control environment that supports expansion. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to improve processes while partnering across the business on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting activities.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle with a structured, deadline-driven approach that promotes accuracy, consistency, and transparency.
• Produce consolidated financial statements and related reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and established corporate policies.
• Maintain a strong internal control framework by monitoring compliance, strengthening procedures, and supporting a rapidly expanding organization.
• Coordinate with external auditors to plan and complete annual audits and ensure requested schedules, documentation, and responses are delivered efficiently.
• Provide accounting leadership on complex topics such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, inventory valuation, acquisitions, and other technical matters.
• Oversee manufacturing and inventory accounting, including standard costing, reserves, and analysis tied to operational performance.
• Lead global consolidation and intercompany accounting activities across multiple legal entities while ensuring accurate eliminations and reconciliations.
• Advance process improvement efforts through automation, system optimization, and disciplined workflows, and support acquisition integration and other corporate initiatives as needed.
• Coach and develop the accounting team while working closely with FP&A, Operations, banking partners, tax advisors, and consultants to support planning and business objectives.