Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

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

Salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.