Controller – Strategic Finance & Operations

Role OverviewWe are seeking a strategic and operationally focused Controller to serve as a key partner to executive leadership. This role goes beyond traditional accounting responsibilities and plays a critical role in driving financial transformation, operational visibility, and long-term business planning. This is a 3-year succession plan for the current CFO.The Controller will oversee accounting operations, compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls while helping leadership leverage financial insights to improve decision-making across both corporate and operational environments. This position works closely with finance and operations teams to support scalable growth, profitability, and process efficiency.The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with operational fluency, analytical thinking, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.ResponsibilitiesAccounting & ComplianceDevelop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and internal controls in accordance with GAAPEnsure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and statutory reporting requirementsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsInternal Controls & Risk ManagementEstablish and enforce financial controls across departments and operational sitesIdentify financial risks and collaborate with leadership to implement mitigation strategiesAudit & Financial ReportingLead audit preparation and coordination for internal and external stakeholdersOversee monthly close processes, account reconciliations, and fixed asset managementDeliver clear, executive-level financial reporting and dashboardsOperational Finance & Performance AnalysisPartner with operations teams to analyze production efficiency, yields, waste, downtime, and cost driversStrengthen alignment between operational execution and financial performanceSupport cost accounting, inventory reconciliation, and KPI reportingTechnology & Process ImprovementUtilize ERP systems, automation tools, and AI-driven solutions to improve reporting and forecastingSupport integration of financial and operational reporting systems across functionsDrive continuous improvement initiatives within finance processes and reporting capabilitiesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline5–10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing, consumer products, or related industriesDeep understanding of GAAP, audits, and internal control frameworksExperience with cloud-based ERP or accounting systemsFamiliarity with financial automation, dashboards, and AI-enabled reporting toolsStrong financial and operational acumen with the ability to evaluate profitability, efficiency, and operational performanceStrategic mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insightsAdaptable and innovative approach to process improvement and technology adoptionExcellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to diverse audiencesComfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with a hands-on approach