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Controller

  • Saint Louis, MO, United States

$50 to $65 USD / hour

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Job details

Pay
$50 to $65 USD / hour
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Education
Bachelor’s degree
Posting language
English
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Original job description

We are seeking an experienced Controller to serve as the operational backbone of the accounting organization and a trusted partner to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of an established industrial products distribution and supply company.

This role will lead core accounting functions, ensure compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and leverage deep functional expertise in JD Edwards (JDE) to drive an accurate and timely month-end close, general ledger integrity, and complex, multi-SKU inventory accounting.

The ideal candidate brings technical accounting expertise, operational discipline, and hands-on experience managing financial reporting in a product-intensive, distribution-oriented environment. This individual will work closely with the CFO to review, reconcile, and validate financial results while maintaining direct involvement in daily accounting operations, monthly close activities, and continuous process improvement. Qualifications

  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in industrial distribution, wholesale, or manufacturing.
  • Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience preferred.
  • Required: Hands-on JD Edwards (JDE) / Oracle ERP expertise.
  • Experience with inventory accounting, multi-SKU environments, product costing, and inventory valuation.
  • Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit preparation.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
  • Analytical and communication skills, with the ability to partner with executive leadership while remaining hands-on with daily accounting operations.

salary: $50 - $65 per hour shift: First work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Ideal Candidate

A detail-oriented accounting leader who combines technical expertise, JDE knowledge, and inventory accounting experience with the ability to work closely with the CFO and oversee day-to-day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the CFO to review financial statements, analyze results, and support management reporting and budget-to-actual analysis.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Manage month-end and year-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and complex balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and related subledger reconciliations.
  • Lead multi-SKU inventory accounting, including inventory valuation, product costing, cost rolls, and reconciliation of physical inventory to general ledger balances.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and collaborate with warehouse, supply chain, and operations teams to strengthen inventory controls.
  • Serve as the internal subject matter expert for JD Edwards (JDE), improving accounting workflows, reporting, and system efficiency.
  • Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain effective accounting policies and internal controls.

Skills

  • Controller (8 years of experience is preferred)
  • Assistant Controller (8 years of experience is preferred)
  • JD Edwards (4 years of experience is required)
  • Oracle (4 years of experience is required)
  • SKU Inventory
  • Inventory
  • Accounting Coursework (8 years of experience is required)

Qualifications

  • Years of experience: 8 years
  • Experience level: Manager

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

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