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Controller

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a manufacturing-focused business in Cincinnati, Ohio on a Contract basis. This role will lead core accounting and finance activities for an organization with approximately $80M-$100M in revenue and will play a key part in delivering accurate reporting within a private equity environment. The ideal candidate brings strong operational finance leadership, a hands-on approach to close and reporting, and the ability to strengthen processes in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial results are completed accurately, on time, and supported by thorough account analysis.

• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports that provide clear insight into business performance for leadership and private equity stakeholders.

• Oversee account reconciliations and maintain strong control over the general ledger to support reliable financial information.

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, partnering with business leaders to develop realistic plans and monitor performance against targets.

• Support external audit activities by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping ensure an efficient audit process.

• Identify opportunities to enhance accounting workflows, reporting practices, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Partner with operational and manufacturing teams to align financial reporting with plant activity, inventory considerations, and production-related results.

• Contribute to finance operations within a manufacturing environment, leveraging experience with Plex or a large ERP platform to support reporting and process effectiveness.

• Proven experience serving as a Controller or in a senior accounting leadership role within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong background in month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Experience supporting private equity reporting requirements and operating within a performance-driven business environment.

• Demonstrated success with budgeting and forecasting in a mid-sized company setting.

• Familiarity with audit support and the ability to coordinate effectively with external auditors.

• Experience using large-scale ERP system in support of accounting and reporting activities.

• Knowledge of manufacturing accounting concepts and the financial impact of operational performance

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