Controller Wheatland, PA

Controller Position

We are looking for an accomplished Controller to lead the financial operations of a growing manufacturing organization in Youngstown/Warren/OH and Sharon/PA areas. This position will serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership, combining strong accounting oversight with forward-looking financial guidance that supports continued expansion. The ideal candidate brings experience in complex manufacturing settings and can translate financial data into practical insight for operational and strategic decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Direct all core accounting activities, including the general ledger, monthly close cycle, account reconciliations, and cost accounting across multiple product lines.

• Create and strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and procedures covering budgeting, cash management, credit practices, and day-to-day accounting governance.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance review processes while providing clear financial planning support to company leadership.

• Prepare accurate financial statements and executive-level reporting packages for senior leaders, lenders, and private equity stakeholders.

• Oversee compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including multi-state sales and use tax requirements and other reporting obligations.

• Manage accounting across multiple legal entities, including intercompany activity, reconciliations, and consolidated financial accuracy.

• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and provide support for payroll administration and finance-related system oversight when needed.

• Partner with operations, sales, and purchasing leaders to evaluate margins, inventory performance, procurement decisions, capital spending, and revenue recognition matters.

• Coordinate relationships with external auditors, tax professionals, legal advisors, and lending partners, including required covenant reporting and documentation.

• Support acquisition-related financial due diligence, integration efforts, and the ongoing development of the finance team and department structure.