Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Position Summary (Salary $120K-$150K)

Our client, a leading professional lumberyard and building materials supplier, is seeking a results-driven Controller to lead all aspects of the company's financial management. This senior leadership position is responsible for ensuring accurate and transparent financial reporting while guiding fiscal strategy to support growth and operational excellence. Working closely with the COO and CEO, the Controller will provide financial insight, strengthen internal controls, and drive initiatives that improve profitability, cash flow, and overall organizational performance.

• Direct and manage all day-to-day accounting functions, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and enforce proper internal controls to protect company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee the year-end audit and coordinate with external CPAs and tax professionals.

• Monitor and forecast cash flow to ensure operational liquidity and support growth initiatives.
• Manage credit and collections policies to minimize bad debt and optimize working capital.
• Oversee vendor payment terms and AP strategy to balance supplier relationships and cash preservation.

• Lead the development of the annual budget and periodic reforecasts.
• Partner with operations leadership to analyze financial performance by department, product category, and business unit.
• Provide variance analysis and actionable recommendations to improve margin and control costs.

• Serve as a key advisor to the COO and CEO in evaluating business opportunities, capital investments, and expansion projects.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration activities as needed.
• Analyze pricing models, profitability by customer and product line, and return on key investments (e.g., fleet, equipment, facilities).

• Evaluate and improve accounting systems and technology to increase accuracy, speed, and reporting capabilities.
• Implement and refine reporting dashboards for leadership visibility on financial KPIs.

• • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA strongly preferred).
• • Minimum 7-10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or senior finance leadership role.
• • Strong understanding of GAAP, cash flow management, and working capital strategies.
• • Experience in distribution, construction supply, real estate, or similar industries highly preferred.