Controller

Controller

Manufacturing | Plant & Operations Finance

Job Description

We are seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a stable, growing manufacturing organization. This Controller role is highly visible and hands-on, with direct involvement in plant operations, cost accounting, inventory, and pricing. The Senior Controller will manage the accounting team while serving as a key financial and operational partner to leadership.

This Controller opportunity is ideal for an experienced manufacturing finance leader who values long-term stability, continuous improvement, and a collaborative culture. The Controller will have the ability to make a meaningful impact on both financial reporting and day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Controller responsible for all accounting functions in accordance with GAAP


• As Controller, manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes


• Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis


• Ensure strong internal controls, policies, and procedures as the Controller


• Lead cost accounting activities including standard costing and variance analysis


• Partner with operations on cost control, pricing analysis, and margin improvement initiatives


• Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliation, valuation, and physical counts


• Provide financial insight to support operational efficiency and capital investment decisions


• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team as the Senior Controller


• Act as the Controller lead for the Epicor ERP system


• Drive continuous process improvements across accounting, reporting, and plant finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing


• Prior Controller or Senior Controller experience strongly preferred


• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory, and operations finance


• ERP system experience required; Epicor preferred


• Proven leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Why This Controller Role

• Stability: Well-established manufacturing organization with long-term success and low turnover


• Growth: Ongoing investment in operations, systems, and leadership development


• Culture: Collaborative, low-ego environment focused on accountability and work-life balance


• Impact: Senior-level Controller role with direct influence on operational and strategic decisions