Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

Controller

Warsaw, NC

The Controller is responsible for directing and overseeing all financial and accounting operations. This position ensures the accuracy of financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, management of budgeting and forecasting processes, oversight of basic bookkeeping functions, accounts payable and receivable functions, payroll reporting and processing, cash flow management, inventory accounting, new customer account onboarding, credit application processing, and financial analysis. The Controller serves as a strategic business partner to executive leadership by providing timely financial insights that support operational efficiency, profitability, and long-term business growth.

• Financial Management
• Lead all accounting operations, including basic bookkeeping, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory accounting, and payroll posting and reporting.
• Oversee daily bookkeeping activities, including transaction posting, reconciliations, journal entries, and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Manage accounts payable processes, including vendor setup, invoice review, payment processing, expense coding, and resolution of vendor account discrepancies.
• Manage accounts receivable processes, including customer invoicing, payment application, aging review, collections follow-up, and customer account reconciliation.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Monitor company cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Manage banking relationships and financing activities.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and financial reviews.

• Coordinate the finance-related onboarding process for new customer accounts.
• Receive, review, and process customer credit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate required credit checks, trade references, documentation, and internal approvals before customer account setup.
• Establish and maintain customer account records, payment terms, credit limits, tax exemption documents, and billing information in the accounting or ERP system.
• Partner with sales, operations, and customer service to ensure new customer accounts are set up accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and confidential customer credit files and supporting documentation.

• Develop and lead the annual budgeting process, including budget templates, timelines, departmental input, review meetings, approvals, and periodic financial forecasting.
• Monitor departmental spending against approved budgets.
• Analyze variances and provide recommendations to management.
• Prepare financial models to support strategic decision-making.

• Maintain accurate product costing and inventory valuation methodologies.
• Analyze labor, material, and overhead costs.
• Monitor manufacturing efficiency and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Partner with production and operations leadership to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Evaluate inventory accuracy and support cycle count and physical inventory processes.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations, and company policies.
• Manage tax compliance, including sales tax, payroll tax, and corporate tax requirements.
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures that support financial integrity.
• Monitor and mitigate financial risks across the organization.

• Promote collaboration between finance, operations, sales, purchasing, and human resources.

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Support growth initiatives, capital investments, and operational improvements.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboard reporting.
• Participate in strategic planning and business review meetings.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Cost accounting and inventory management
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• General ledger, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR)
• Month-end and year-end close processes
• Cash flow management
• Customer credit application processing and account setup
• ERP systems proficiency
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Financial reporting software experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound business judgment
• Ability to collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams

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