Controller

Title: Controller

Compensation: $175,000 – $200,000 base salary

Location: On-Site Chanhassen, MN

About The Job:

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged by our client to recruit for a Controller to join their team. Our client is a growing, operations-driven organization supporting manufacturing and production-based services, focused on strengthening infrastructure, scaling operations, and investing in long-term growth.

This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for building financial structure, improving reporting visibility, and supporting leadership with meaningful insights tied to operational performance. The Controller will play a critical role in aligning finance and operations while helping the organization scale efficiently.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, forward-thinking financial leader who thrives in evolving environments, enjoys building processes, and wants to make a direct impact on business performance and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements and reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning processes
• Translate operational and production data into actionable financial insights to support decision-making
• Establish reporting rhythms, KPIs, and financial visibility across departments
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and support audit/compliance initiatives
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements
• Support ERP and financial system optimization and potential implementation efforts
• Build and lead a scalable accounting and reporting function
• Partner with leadership and operational teams to improve financial and operational alignment

Required Skills:

• Prior experience as a Controller or senior-level finance/accounting leader required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting operations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance
• Proven ability to improve processes, systems, and reporting visibility
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ERP systems and financial tools preferred
• Industry experience in manufacturing, healthcare, dental, medical device, or other operational environments preferred
• CPA strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Benefits:

• Competitive base compensation aligned with market benchmarks
• Opportunity to build and shape the finance function in a growing organization
• High visibility and direct partnership with executive leadership
• Innovative, forward-thinking culture with openness to technology and process improvement

About Lakeside HR Group:

At Lakeside HR Group, we understand that finding the right job is essential for your career success. We are a boutique-style human resources consulting and recruiting firm dedicated to providing personalized, tailored solutions. When you partner with us, you are not just getting a recruiter; you are getting the entire Lakeside team working together to support your career goals.

Partner with us at Lakeside HR Group, where we are more than just a recruiting firm; we are your partners in achieving your career aspirations.