Controller

Benefits:

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Smith Industries and SI Utility are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead and strengthen financial operations across fabrication and utility infrastructure projects. This role will work closely with executive leadership, operations, supply chain, and finance teams to oversee financial reporting, job costing, inventory controls, cash flow management, and operational financial performance as the organization continues to scale.

The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing and project-based accounting experience, leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment supporting multiple business segments.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Controls

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes

Prepare and oversee financial statements, management reporting, and financial analysis

Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial compliance

Support external audits, tax coordination, and financial reporting requirements

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across business operations

Manufacturing & Job Cost Accounting

Monitor job costing processes across fabrication and utility operations

Analyze labor, material, overhead, and production variances

Manage WIP reporting and revenue recognition processes

Support project margin analysis and operational financial performance tracking

Partner with operations leadership to improve cost visibility and reporting accuracy

Inventory & Material Control

Oversee inventory reconciliation, cycle count programs, and inventory reserve analysis

Partner with Supply Chain and Material Control teams to improve inventory accuracy and controls

Drive process improvements related to inventory tracking, material usage, and ERP reporting

Cash Flow & Working Capital

Support AR/AP tracking and working capital initiatives

Support cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and financial reporting

Monitor billing, collections, and project cash conversion metrics

Assist leadership with financial planning and operational decision-making

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

7+ years of accounting or finance experience preferred

Manufacturing, industrial, fabrication, EPC, or construction accounting experience strongly preferred

Experience with ERP systems and inventory accounting required

Strong Excel and financial modeling skills required

Experience with Power BI, QuickBooks, or manufacturing ERP systems preferred

CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required

Preferred Attributes

Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growth environment

Comfortable partnering closely with operations and executive leadership

Hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Smith Industries is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position.