Controller

We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting and financial planning activities for our operations in Sumner, Washington. This role blends hands-on ownership of the close process with forward-looking budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. The person in this position will work closely with leadership to strengthen financial visibility, support sound decision-making, and guide a small team across accounting and related business systems.

Responsibilities:

• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.
• Oversee general ledger integrity, account reconciliations, and day-to-day accounting operations with a hands-on approach.
• Build and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models that support business planning and operational goals.
• Evaluate actual performance against plan, explain key variances, and recommend actions to improve margins and financial outcomes.
• Prepare financial reports and present clear insights to leadership for business reviews and strategic decisions.
• Coordinate external audit activities and maintain readiness for year-end financial statement review requirements.
• Lead and support a small team that includes accounting and IT-related functions, setting priorities and driving accountability.
• Partner with business leaders to identify financial risks, uncover opportunities, and develop practical solutions to performance gaps.
• Support payroll and reporting workflows across systems and contribute to finance-related process improvements, including ERP implementation efforts where needed.

The salary range for this position is $125,000 t0 $135,000. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year

• Proven experience leading month-end close and maintaining accurate general ledger and reconciliation processes.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and broader FP&A responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and translate results into actionable business recommendations.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing reliable financial reporting documentation.
• Demonstrated success in a hands-on accounting leadership role such as Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Controller.
• Confidence working cross-functionally and advising leadership on financial performance, planning, and strategy.
• Familiarity with payroll and business systems in a multi-function finance environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.