Controller (Manufacturing)

Step into a high-impact leadership role where your financial expertise shapes the future of a growing, innovative manufacturing business.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Klopfenstein

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a long-standing, privately held company with deep roots in manufacturing and a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and service. With decades of industry expertise, they foster a collaborative environment where growth, integrity, and operational excellence are top priorities.

Why join us?

Key leadership role with strategic influence

Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture

Competitive compensation and full benefits package

Long-term stability with room for innovation and process improvement

Job Details

As the Controller, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and maintaining overall financial health. You'll collaborate closely with executive leadership to support strategic decision-making and ensure efficient financial management across the organization.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA preferred

Minimum of six years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Proficiency with financial software and ERP systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization

Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

High attention to detail and advanced analytical/problem-solving abilities

Proven experience managing and developing staff

Adaptable and responsive to changing business needs

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Ability to assess complex issues and propose practical, actionable solutions

Proactive mindset focused on driving process improvements and operational efficiency

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, plan, and coordinate all operational tasks within accounting, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Reporting, and month-end closing

Manage and coach finance staff, setting clear goals and performance expectations

Oversee Accounts Receivable functions:

•Evaluate customer creditworthiness

•Implement standard operating procedures for collections

•Administer trade credit insurance

•Review and reconcile A/R aging reports

Oversee Accounts Payable functions:

•Manage payment selection and approval processes

•Review and reconcile A/P aging reports

•Reconcile PO Receive Not Vouchered reports

Maintain banking relationships and oversee cash management

Manage and execute monthly close processes:

•Ensure timely and accurate close within targeted timeframes

•Reconcile bank statements and balance sheet accounts

•Analyze financial reports and trends

•Maintain fixed asset records

•Assist with cost and inventory analysis

•Prepare year-end schedules for tax filings

Coordinate with external auditors and manage the annual 401(k) audit

Complete and submit required U.S. Census Bureau surveys

Serve as the internal expert on the organization's ERP system

Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal reporting standards in all financial outputs

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Permanent