Controller

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations for the manufacturing organization. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, cost accounting oversight, and compliance with GAAP. The Controller partners closely with operations and leadership to support strategic decision-making, improve profitability, and drive operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & Accounting· Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close in accordance with GAAP· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations · Manage audits, including coordination with external auditors · Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies Manufacturing Cost Accounting· Oversee cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and work-in-progress (WIP) Budgeting & Forecasting· Assist with the annual budgeting · Monitor performance against budget and explain variances Inventory & ERP Management · Oversee inventory accounting, cycle counts, and physical inventories · Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and reserves · Support ERP systems and continuous improvement of financial processesLeadership & Collaboration· Lead and develop the accounting and finance team · Collaborate with plant management, supply chain, and executive leadership Qualifications: Required· CPA License· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field· 3+ years of accounting experience, including manufacturing· Knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes· Advanced understanding of GAAP and internal controls Preferred· Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Expandable) · Prior leadership or management experienceSkills & Competencies· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills· Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders· Proven leadership and team development skills · Strong excel and financial modeling skills