Financial Controller

Our client is an organization in the Greater Wausau area looking for a Controller
. This company is looking for someone with 10+ years of accounting experience, cost accounting experience and highly organized and detailed-oriented.

The salary range for this position is $120k-150k.

The Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership on key trends and variances
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts

• Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger accounting
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting estimates
• Ensure balance sheet accounts are reconciled and properly supported
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation

• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies
• Coordinate and lead external audits and prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Support regulatory and tax filings in collaboration with external advisors

• Assist with the development of annual budgets and forecasts
• Monitor actual performance against budget and explain variances
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Assign responsibilities and review work to ensure accuracy and efficiency

The Controller will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or closely related field required
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• Cost accounting experience preferred
• CPA or CMA preferred
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to skills, experience level, and overall qualifications. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.