Controller

Job Description

* Rapidly growing, privately held manufacturing company (~$50M revenue) with strong expansion trajectory and plans to scale operations further
* Seeking a hands-on Controller to partner closely with the CFO and take ownership of day-to-day accounting operations

Core Responsibilities:

* Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity
* Prepare and support financial reporting and maintain strong balance sheet discipline
* Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory accounting
* Manage cost accounting processes, partnering with operations in a manufacturing environment
* Support audit and tax reporting activities, working alongside external partners and leadership
* Drive process improvements and build scalable accounting infrastructure as the company grows
* Assist with ERP system utilization (Microsoft D365 Business Central) and accounting workflows
* Help hire, train, and develop future accounting team members as the function expands

What They're Looking For:

* Background in manufacturing, inventory, or cost accounting strongly preferred
* Proven experience with hands-on accounting (not purely oversight or FP&A-focused)
* Experience in a small or mid-sized company environment where adaptability is key
* Strong general ledger and close process expertise
* Comfortable working in a lean, high-growth environment with evolving processes

Ideal Profile:

* Accounting Manager ready to step into a Controller role OR
* Controller who prefers a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves environment