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You'll balance hands-on accounting leadership with financial analysis and strategic project work, giving you real influence over both financial performance and business processes.What you'll own:Lead the accounting function, including general ledger, AP, AR, and payroll oversightManage the month-end close process and review consolidated financial reportingOversee treasury activities, including cash management and borrowing base reportingPartner with operations and leadership to identify cost improvements and revenue opportunitiesEstablish and maintain accounting policies and internal controls aligned with GAAPServe as the primary point of contact for external auditorsLead financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis to support key business decisionsDrive process improvements and support finance-related system enhancementsMentor and develop accounting staff while building strong relationships across departmentsWhat you bring:5-10+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role within a manufacturing environmentExperience with cost accounting and operational financeStrong understanding of ERP systems and financial processesAbility to translate operational data into business decisionsA collaborative leadership style and strong communication skillsJob shop or complex manufacturing experience is a strong plusCPA or audit background helpful but not requiredMust be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent ResidentCompensation & benefits:Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus potential401(k) with company match and immediate vestingComprehensive benefits packagePTO and a flexible scheduling environmentWhy this role stands out:A long-standing, stable organization with strong leadership and a collaborative cultureReal growth momentum driven by major global customers in advanced technology sectorsThe chance to influence both operational and financial improvements across the businessA leadership team that genuinely values work-life balance and long-term developmentIf you're a manufacturing finance leader who combines strong accounting fundamentals with operational insight, this is a chance to make a real impact in a growing organization.Apply now or send me a message to learn more.#Controller #ManufacturingFinance #PhoenixJobs #HiringNow #CPA #FinanceLeadership #NowHiring","company":"Headfarmer","rawCompany":"headfarmer","city":"Phoenix","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-20T07:03:55.227Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"11-3031.00","title":"Financial Managers","slug":"financial-managers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"}],"industries":[{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"325320","title":"Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing","slug":"pesticide-and-other-agricultural-chemical-manufacturing"},{"code":"333111","title":"Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"farm-machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manufacturing Controller","description":"Headfarmer is partnering with a well-established, privately held manufacturing company in the Phoenix area that's built a strong reputation for precision and quality in highly technical, demanding industries. 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