Controller (Manufacturing)

ControllerOur manufacturing client is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function for a fast-paced manufacturing organization. This role requires a strategic yet operational leader with strong knowledge of NetSuite, in addition to technical accounting, process improvement, and manufacturing finance experience. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves approach and help build scalable financial operations to support growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead daily accounting operations, including general ledger, close, reconciliations, reporting, and internal controls.Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure GAAP compliance.Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and approval controls.Partner with leadership to provide financial insights and support decision-making.Drive process improvements across accounting and finance for efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.Partner with operations and plant leadership to improve financial discipline and manufacturing reporting.Oversee inventory and cost accounting, including reconciliations, reserve analysis, valuation, average costing, and variance reporting.Lead cycle counts, physical inventory, discrepancy resolution, and inventory adjustment controls.Support audits, tax, lender reporting, and external relationships.Optimize ERP processes in NetSuite and improve reporting automation and data integrity.Mentor and develop accounting staff.Required Qualifications7–10+ years of Controllership experience with progressive leadership responsibility.Manufacturing industry experience required.NetSuite experience required.Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and average costing in manufacturing.Proven success improving accounting processes in fast-paced environments.Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.CPA or MBA is a plus.Preferred QualificationsPrivate equity-backed company experience preferred.Experience supporting growth, transformation, or change.Experience building scalable accounting processes and close procedures.Key TraitsHands-on, proactive, and detail-oriented.Strong continuous improvement mindset.Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.Curious, solutions-oriented, and collaborative.Able to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution.