We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for a growing manufacturing organization. This position will oversee day-to-day financial activities, strengthen internal processes, and support executive leadership with clear reporting, forecasting, and business recommendations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and a background managing financial performance in a construction or project-based environment.
Responsibilities:
- Direct all core accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and cash management
- Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Enhance KPIs, operational reporting, job costing, and margin analysis across manufacturing operations
- Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy
- Lead inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis
- Strengthen internal controls and refine accounting processes to support scalable growth
- Manage annual audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, and tax advisors
- Oversee cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning
- Support pricing strategy, contract profitability, and key operational decisions
- Drive ERP optimization, reporting improvements, and process efficiencies
- Ensure GAAP compliance and meet all applicable government or aerospace reporting requirements
- Mentor and develop staff while building a high-performing, scalable finance team
The ideal Controller will have a Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration. CPA and/or MBA highly preferred.
Other requirements for the Controller role include and are not limited to:
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- Prior experience within manufacturing strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing operations
- ERP system experience required
- Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
For more information on this Controller role and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact Chad Hildebrand - 484.214.2365 and reference JO#03710-0013441111.