Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Vaco is working with a well‑established manufacturing company seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead accounting and financial operations while partnering closely with leadership and operations teams to drive efficiency, reporting accuracy, and process improvements.

• High‑visibility leadership role
• Collaborative and team‑oriented culture
• Opportunity to drive operational and financial improvements within a growing manufacturing organization

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll oversight, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, and monthly close
• Prepare monthly financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Partner with operations on cost tracking, margin analysis, inventory management, and production reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and operational decision‑making
• Improve accounting processes, internal controls, and ERP workflows
• Assist with audits, tax support, and compliance reporting

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred
• 6+ years of public and/or corporate accounting experience
• Manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting experience required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• ERP experience (Net Suite, Quick Books, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience improving processes and partnering cross‑functionally with operations teams preferred

Compensation includes a base salary that is competitive and tailored to experience, with potential discretionary bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and participation in the company 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, they will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign‑born residents, and veterans to apply.