Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide accurate financial insight for the organization in Trevose, Pennsylvania. This position will oversee close activities, financial reporting, liquidity planning, and day-to-day oversight of key transaction cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting experience, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen reporting accuracy, compliance, and team performance.
Responsibilities:
- Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring journal entries, account reconciliations, and reporting tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Produce complete financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting for leadership review.
- Monitor cash position and develop forecasts that support liquidity planning and effective working capital management.
- Analyze budget-to-actual results and other financial variances to highlight trends, explain performance changes, and recommend corrective actions.
- Lead the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to promote timely invoice processing, collections activity, and strong transaction accuracy.
- Partner with external audit and tax advisors by preparing supporting schedules, responding to requests, and helping ensure timely compliance filings.
- Establish, refine, and maintain internal controls that protect assets, improve process consistency, and support regulatory compliance.
- Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing guidance, prioritization, and accountability across daily financial operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including work within a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting principles, financial statement preparation, and month-end close procedures.
- Prior experience overseeing or mentoring accounting personnel and managing core AP and AR activities.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to stakeholders.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and strong overall technical aptitude.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of pivot tables and lookup functions.