We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a multi-plant U.S. manufacturing organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting while fostering a collaborative, hands-on culture across multiple plant locations.

The Corporate Controller will oversee month-end close, accounts payable, and accounts receivable for all U.S. plants, while partnering closely with plant leadership, operations, and corporate finance. This is a visible role within a financially stable, privately held company that values long-term relationships, process improvement, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Close

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for multiple U.S. manufacturing plants
• Ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analyses
• Maintain strong internal controls and documented accounting processes

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee AP and AR teams supporting U.S. plant operations
• Ensure efficient processing of vendor payments, customer billings, cash applications, and collections
• Monitor aging reports, working capital metrics, and resolve discrepancies collaboratively with plants

Manufacturing & Plant Support

• Partner with plant controllers, operations leaders, and plant managers to support financial accuracy and decision-making
• Understand manufacturing cost structures, inventory accounting, and standard costing principles
• Support inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and physical inventories

Leadership & Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and develop accounting talent in a collaborative, people-first culture
• Serve as a trusted business partner across finance, operations, and leadership teams
• Promote consistency while respecting the unique needs of each plant

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, close timelines, and reporting quality
• Support ERP optimization and accounting system enhancements
• Assist with audits, tax support, banking relationships, and special projects as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing
• Experience overseeing accounting for multiple plants or locations
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close management
• AP and AR leadership experience
• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across functions

Preferred

• CPA or similar professional certification
• Experience in privately held, growth-oriented manufacturing companies
• ERP system experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)