Controller

Controller

Long-Term | Growing Manufacturing

Job Description

The Controller oversees the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, ensures accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, manages multi-entity consolidations, and leads a small accounting team. This role operates in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, ideally with experience in manufacturing, industrial, or distribution settings. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller plays a critical role in strategic initiatives, including ERP modernization and continuous process improvement, while providing leadership and structure to the accounting function in a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including management of the general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for multiple entities and joint ventures, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls across all accounting processes.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to deliver timely and reliable financial information.
• Partner closely with the CFO to support business planning, reporting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Oversee inventory-related accounting activities within a manufacturing environment, including valuation and related financial reporting impacts.
• Coordinate external audits and assist with tax and banking relationships to support organizational compliance and financial stability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including the Accounting Manager, Accountant/AP personnel, and remote accounting support.
• Support the organizations transition from Microsoft Dynamics to Dynamics 365 Business Central, contributing to ERP modernization efforts.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within the accounting function.
• Operate with significant autonomy to lead the accounting function for a growing manufacturing business and take ownership of key initiatives such as consolidations, ERP conversion, and process improvements.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Proven experience preparing and managing consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.
• Experience with joint ventures and intercompany accounting, or a strong familiarity with these areas.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or other product-based environments.
• Understanding of inventory accounting and inventory valuation, particularly within a manufacturing context.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting staff, including direct supervision of accounting personnel.
• Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience preparing and managing multi-entity financial consolidations.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics and/or Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• ERP implementation or system conversion experience, particularly related to Dynamics platforms.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Saint Paul, MN.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $72.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Saint Paul, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in South Saint Paul,MN.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.