Controller

Job Title: Controller

Department: Finance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

FLSA: Salary Exempt

Summary:

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and internal controls. This role manages the accounting team, ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data, supports audits, and collaborates across departments to optimize financial processes and provide strategic insights for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and bank reconciliations.

· Maintain integrity of the general ledger and ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

· Lead month-end close processes, reconcile sub-ledgers and balance sheet accounts, and oversee financial reporting.

· Support the CFO in strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

· Analyze production costs, work in process (WIP), and percentage-of-completion estimates.

· Oversee credit and collections processes, review credit applications, and evaluate client creditworthiness using external tools.

· Assist with customer billing, payment resolution, and account dispute investigations.

· Coordinate internal and external audits, including documentation preparation and compliance reviews.

· Ensure regulatory reporting requirements are met and internal controls are maintained.

· Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a high-performing and growth-oriented team culture.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or MBA preferred.

· Proven supervisory experience or in a similar accounting role, preferably within the manufacturing or construction industry.

· 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

· Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.

· Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, BisTrack ERP) and Microsoft Excel.

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· High attention to detail and accuracy.

· Experience in running credit checks and managing collections.

· Ability to travel to out of state facilities (approximately 10%)

· Ability to adhere to laws, regulations, and confidentiality guidelines.

· Ability to work in office as this position is not hybrid or remote.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday in person. This is not a hybrid or remote position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with BisTrack ERP?

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Frederick, MD 21701 (Required)

Work Location: In person