Controller

Controller - Hybrid

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Melanie Courtney

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a 92-year-old domestic manufacturer and distributor of pipe nipples and fittings.

Why join us?

Great culture

Strong benefits

Growth opportunities

Job Details

Position Responsibilities: The Controller / Accounting Lead oversees all company-wide accounting and financial reporting duties including:

Core Accounting - Oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations; close monthly books within 15 days of month-end

Cash Flow & Liquidity - Manage daily cash activities and ensure the business remains well-positioned to meet its obligations

Internal Controls - Maintain and enforce practical, effective financial policies that safeguard assets and ensure accuracy

Budgeting & Forecasting - Lead the budgeting process, manage reforecasts, and analyze variances with clarity

Reporting & Analysis - Deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements and performance insights to leadership, board, and lenders

Team Leadership - Manage and mentor a small accounting team (2 direct reports); drive accountability and growth

Audit & Compliance - Coordinate with auditors and advisors; ensure compliance with tax, accounting, and loan requirements

Cross-Functional Partnership - Collaborate with operations and supply chain to monitor margins, costs, and inventory

ERP & Process Improvement - Pull insights from the ERP system and identify ways to improve accuracy and reporting speed

Payroll & Benefits - Oversee payroll execution and assist in HR benefits administration via ADP

Special Projects - Support ERP system upgrades, EOS implementation, and other operational improvement initiatives

Critical Outcomes:

Timely Financials - Close books and deliver accurate financials within 15 days of month-end

Healthy Cash Position - Ensure sufficient cash levels for daily and strategic business needs

Receivables Health - Maintain AR with >90% current within 30 days

GAAP Compliance - Maintain well-documented, audit-ready, GAAP-based financials

Strong Margins - Support cost management to maintain or improve historical margin levels

Strategic Input - Deliver insights and financial support to help the team execute on long-term vision and value creation

Key Competencies: Candidates must be able to:

Detail-Oriented - You're fanatical about accuracy and thorough documentation

GAAP Knowledgeable - Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting standards

Clear Communicator - Able to translate numbers into actionable insight for cross-functional teams

Relationship Builder - Skilled at maintaining strong relationships with auditors, lenders, and internal stakeholders

ERP Savvy - Comfortable navigating ERP platforms (Microsoft Dynamics (GP) preferred but not required); able to pull data and analyze at a detailed level

Inventory Fluent - Understands inventory processes and cost accounting in a manufacturing or distribution environment

Organized & Reliable - Able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, small business setting

Practical Leader - Hands-on, steady, and willing to lead with or without a playbook

Collaborative Contributor - Active participant in senior leadership meetings and EOS processes

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The role has two accounting admins reporting to the position currently.

Education/Job Requirements:

Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting

CPA is a plus but not required

Minimum five years of work experience in accounting related field

Manufacturing and distribution experience preferred but not required

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Permanent