Financial Controller

A hands-on finance leader is needed to oversee accounting and financial operations for a manufacturer in West Denver area. This role offers direct collaboration with senior management to elevate financial reporting, controls, and analysis within a compact, multi-entity environment. The position demands a blend of detailed accounting expertise and strategic insight to guide profitable growth and operational efficiency in a manufacturing setting.

Title: Controller

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: West Denver Metro, CO

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle, including month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements for multiple entities.
• Partner closely with leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans that align with operational goals and market conditions.
• Maintain oversight of working capital components such as cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory to optimize liquidity and profitability.
• Implement and enhance internal controls and compliance procedures to safeguard assets and ensure audit readiness across all finance functions.
• Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, fostering accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement in financial processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, and supply chain teams to analyze cost variances, inventory management, and production efficiencies.
• Lead or support finance system enhancements, reporting automation, and special projects to improve data quality and workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must-Have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Five to seven years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, preferably with assembly operations and inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One or a comparable platform, for financial and operational reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a small team and manage multiple accounting functions simultaneously.
• Advanced Excel skills and the capacity to translate financial data into actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.

• Nice-to-Have:
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or an MBA.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and international ownership reporting.
• Background in cost accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Exposure to ERP implementation, reporting automation, or business intelligence tools.
• Familiarity with manufacturing industries.