Controller

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to lead our accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and drive process improvements. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires deep technical accounting expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to execute in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Direct and oversee all aspects of the financial close process, ensuring the accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP and internal reporting standards.
  • Lead the coordination and execution of annual financial audit and semi-annual field exam. Work closely with external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
  • Support the ESOP valuation process, working closely with external valuation firm and internal stakeholders.
  • Develop, implement and maintain internal controls to enhance financial accuracy, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of accounting policies and procedures to support consistency and transparency.
• Accounting Operations
  • Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
  • Oversee AP and AR functions, ensuring effective cash management, timely collections, and efficient vendor payments.
  • Ensure proper reconciliation of bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and intercompany transactions to maintain financial integrity.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of transactional accounting functions.
• Strategic & Financial Support
  • Partner with VP of Finance to provide financial insights that support decision making, profitability analysis, and strategic planning.
  • Assist in the development of company budget, forecasting models, and financial planning process.
  • Analyze financial trends and operational data to identify risks, opportunities, and cost saving initiatives.
  • Monitor KPIs for the accounting function, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Provide direct leadership and oversight of the accounting team including AP and AR Specialists, Accounting Clerk, and Staff Accountants.
  • Foster a High-Performance Culture through coaching, mentorship, and professional development.
  • Maintain clear roles, responsibilities and expectations within the accounting team to align with company goals.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance financial understanding and accountability across the organization.
• Process Optimization & System Management
  • Assess, enhance, and standardize accounting processes to improve accuracy, scalability, and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with IT to optimize the company's systems for financial reporting, automation, and workflow improvements.
  • Lead initiatives to modernize and streamline financial processes through the adoption of automation and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required)
• Five to ten years of related experience in positions of escalating responsibility required, experience within a distribution or manufacturing organization preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, accounting principles, and audit processes.
• Expertise in ERP Systems (Infor experience preferred), financial reporting tools, and process automation.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership, external stakeholders, and team members.