Controller - Impact, Hands On Portland

Controller Opportunity

Sue Sumrell is recruiting for a growing, operations-driven food manufacturing company in the Portland area hiring a Controller to take ownership of the accounting function and partner closely with leadership.

This is a high-visibility, hands-on role where you'll go beyond reporting—driving accuracy, improving processes, and influencing real business decisions.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct partnership with the CFO and leadership team
• Own the numbers—not just review them
• Opportunity to build structure and improve processes
• Fast-paced, operational environment (not corporate/slow-moving)

What You'll Own

• Full month-end close and financial reporting (P&L, BS, cash flow)
• Inventory accounting & product costing (accuracy, valuation, margins)
• GL and financial reporting for multiple entities
• Cash flow visibility and reporting to leadership
• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Strengthening internal controls and audit readiness
• Driving process and system improvements (ERP, reporting, workflows)

What We're Looking For

• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong inventory + manufacturing costing experience (non-negotiable)
• Proven ability to own the close and financials end-to-end
• Experience in food, manufacturing, or distribution environments
• Comfortable being hands-on
• Quick Books Enterprise experience (inventory-focused systems a plus)
• CPA preferred but not required

This Role is NOT For

• Candidates with only public accounting or corporate reporting backgrounds
• Controllers who are too removed from the day-to-day
• Anyone without inventory/costing depth

Bottom Line

If you're a hands-on Controller who understands inventory, costing, and operations, and you want a role where you can make a real impact quickly, this is worth a conversation. Please contact Sue Sumrell and email your resume directly to sue.sumrell