Controller

BioFit Engineered Products is a leader in the development and fabrication of ergonomic furnishing solutions designed for a variety of work and learning spaces. Our specialties include technical chairs and stools, mobile folding tables, multipurpose carts and accessories − all designed for long-term use and to enhance the comfort and performance of those who use them. BioFit has been an innovator for the past 75 years, introducing solutions for science, technology, industry, healthcare and education. BioFit is currently seeking a Controller at its Bowling Green, Ohio facility. Position Overview The Controller is the senior financial leader at BioFit and is responsible for bringing sound judgment, financial discipline, and administrative leadership to the company. This role exists to help ensure BioFit makes prudent financial decisions, maintains accurate and timely financial information, and has the financial and administrative support structure necessary to operate effectively. The Controller is responsible for the leadership of Accounting and provides oversight and direction to Human Resources and IT. This role owns the integrity of the financial statements, budgeting and forecasting support, cash visibility, standard costing, and financial analysis used to support business decisions. The Controller also serves as a key financial partner to the President and management team and is expected to work closely with the Director of Operations on standard costs, variances, and financial implications of operational decisions. In addition, the Controller serves as the business process owners for the ERP system, helping ensure data integrity, reporting accuracy, process discipline, and continued system improvement across financial workflows. Primary Responsibilities Financial Reporting and Close Own and direct the monthly and annual close process to ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and well understood. Prepare and/or direct the annual financial reporting for management and ownership. Review general ledger activity, account reconciliations, accruals, and unusual transactions to ensure financial accuracy and proper treatment. Ensure significant variances, unusual balances, and non-routine activity are researched, explained, and documented. Cost Accounting and Operational Financial Partnership Maintain and improve standard costing, overhead standards, and related cost accounting processes. Review labor, material, and manufacturing variances and help ensure confidence in margin reporting and financial data. Work closely with the Director of Operations and production leadership on standard rates, cost drivers, and the financial implications of operational performance. Support price increase analysis, profitability reviews, capital project analysis, and other business decisions requiring financial evaluation. Budgeting, Forecasting, and Spend Control Lead the annual budgeting process with input from the President and other managers. Support ongoing forecasting and provide financial analysis to help management understand current performance and outlook. Monitor budget-to-actual results and work directly with managers when spending is over budget or business conditions require revised plans. Help the company exercise sound financial discipline by distinguishing between necessary business needs and discretionary spending. Cash, Banking, and Financial Administration Maintain visibility to the company’s cash position and short-term financial needs. Escalate cash concerns promptly and recommend prudent actions when cash is tight. Serve as the primary banking relationship contact and coordinate day-to-day banking activity as needed. Provide leadership in assigned administrative areas, including property insurance and co‑leadership of benefits administration with Human Resources. Lead and develop the accounting team to ensure strong execution, accuracy, follow‑through, and accountability. Provide direction and oversight to Human Resources and IT in alignment with company priorities. Review workload, priorities, and departmental performance to ensure work is completed accurately and on time. Foster a professional, team‑oriented environment that supports collaboration across departments. Serve as the business process owner for the ERP (Plex) within Accounting and Finance. Help maintain data integrity, reporting reliability, and process discipline within financial workflows. Support continued improvement of Plex usage, financial reporting, and related accounting processes. Coordinate needed system improvements, reporting enhancements, and workflow changes with internal users and external resources as appropriate. Help ensure Plex functions as a reliable source of truth for financial reporting, standard costing, inventory‑related financial data, and management analysis. Financial Leadership and Business Partnership Bring a clear financial perspective to management discussions and company decisions. Explain financial implications clearly and provide recommendations, not just data. Support managers and leadership with ROI analysis, business planning, and other financial insights as needed. Operate with a broader company perspective rather than a narrow departmental lens. Qualifications and Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 8‑10 years of accounting and finance experience in a privately held manufacturing environment. Strong cost accounting experience and understanding. Strong ERP systems knowledge and experience. Experience leading monthly close, budgeting, cash visibility, and financial analysis in a hands‑on environment. Ability to communicate financial information clearly and work effectively with non‑financial managers. Preferred CPA designation preferred but not required. Public accounting experience preferred but not required. Experience with Plex (ERP) is strongly preferred. Experience as a business process owner or key financial systems lead preferred. Experience improving financial workflows, reporting, and system discipline within an ERP environment preferred. Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and strong follow‑through. Communicate with confidence and clarity in leadership discussions. Operate with a big‑picture perspective and anticipate issues before they become larger problems. Hold others accountable when financial discipline is required. Work collaboratively across departments while maintaining appropriate financial independence. Know when to act independently and when to seek guidance from the President. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the ability to work in a standard office setting and be able to use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to travel as needed to territories and attend meetings at various sites within and away from home city; strength to lift and carry material weighing up to 30 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Biofit Engineered Products provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Biofit Engineered Products complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr