Controller

We are looking for a Controller to lead accounting and finance operations for a manufacturing organization in Wichita, Kansas. This position plays a key role in delivering reliable financial insight, strengthening controls, and supporting leadership with information that guides business decisions. The Controller will oversee core accounting functions, manage reporting for related entities, and provide direction to a small accounting team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you are someone that comes with proven Controllership in a manufacturing type of environment and are looking for a change, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for more details!

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily finance and accounting operations, ensuring accurate reporting, sound processes, and consistent departmental performance.
• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reporting packages, budgets, and audit-ready documentation for internal leaders and external stakeholders.
• Supervise and develop a team of five accounting professionals, setting priorities, coaching performance, and promoting accountability.
• Manage quarter-end and year-end audit activities, including coordination for financial, retirement, and benefit plan reviews.
• Oversee cash handling activities, employee reimbursements, billing processes, and other transaction cycles to maintain timely and accurate records.
• Complete reconciliations, intercompany confirmations, and monthly reporting requirements for the parent organization and affiliated entities.
• Direct the consolidation of financial results and intercompany activity each month to support complete and accurate corporate reporting.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, financial systems, and data integrity measures that protect company assets and support compliance.
• Oversee treasury activities and monitor funds management for the parent company and related subsidiaries.
• Serve as a financial liaison with corporate leadership and external audit or tax advisors while contributing to special projects and technical accounting matters.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA certification is required.
• At least 10 years of progressive accounting management experience, preferably including leadership responsibility in a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated success supervising and developing direct reports within an accounting or finance team.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, banking, and corporate tax compliance.
• Experience with month-end close, financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit coordination.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with enterprise accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners.