Controller - Manufacturing

A growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Controller to lead accounting operations, develop a team, and support continued business growth. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with exposure to M&A, process improvement, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting experience, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to partner with senior leadership.

What You'll Do

• Lead Accounting: Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, cash, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Own the Close: Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain U.S. GAAP standards, internal controls, and accounting policies.
• Partner with Leadership: Provide financial insights and support business decisions.
• Support M&A: Assist with due diligence, acquisition accounting, and post-acquisition integration.
• Drive Improvements: Streamline processes, strengthen controls, and enhance reporting.
• Oversee Audits: Coordinate external audits and compliance activities.
• Manage Working Capital: Oversee cash flow, payables, receivables, and working capital.
• Develop Talent: Lead, mentor, and grow the accounting team.
• Enhance Systems: Support ERP improvements, implementations, and finance transformation.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Leadership experience overseeing accounting operations and month-end close.
• Manufacturing, engineering, project-based, or similarly complex industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• M&A, due diligence, acquisition accounting, or integration experience.
• Manufacturing cost accounting and inventory management.
• ERP proficiency and advanced Excel skills.

Additional Experience That Stands Out

• ERP implementations or finance transformation.
• CPA, CMA, and/or MBA.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a well-established, financially stable organization with a strong history of success.
• Be part of a growing business with exciting opportunities for continued expansion.
• Take on a highly visible leadership role with broad organizational impact.
• Play a key role in M&A activities and integrating future business growth.
• Shape and strengthen accounting operations, processes, and team development.
• Partner directly with senior leadership on strategic business initiatives.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.

Interested in Learning More?

Please email your resume to Abby Harpp at [email protected] and reference AH0013451208 .

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