Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. This role oversees domestic and international financial activities, supports accurate and timely reporting, and helps strengthen controls, processes, and business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in general ledger management, month-end close, cost accounting, and financial analysis, along with the leadership skills to guide teams across multiple accounting functions.

Responsibilities:
• Direct domestic and international accounting operations by leading accounting managers and their teams across accounts payable, accounts receivable, cost accounting, and general ledger functions.
• Ensure balance sheet accounts are accurately stated and reconciled, and review profit and loss results to identify and explain period-to-period variances.
• Oversee product and inventory costing, support month-end close reporting, and partner with the cost accounting team to improve costing methods and consistency.
• Supervise financial oversight of foreign subsidiaries, including transactional accuracy, reporting completeness, account reconciliation, inventory review, and compliance with applicable local and U.S. requirements.
• Lead monthly and quarterly reporting for global entities, including subsidiary reporting packages, contribution margin analysis, and consolidated cost of goods sold and gross margin reporting.
• Manage a timely month-end close process with a target of five business days while maintaining reporting quality and accuracy.
• Support finance-related technology needs by helping maintain the general ledger structure, chart of accounts, and key accounting system enhancements or updates.
• Oversee banking and insurance activities, including cash management, payment approvals, banking controls, hedging support, investment coordination, and insurance coverage administration.
• Drive process improvements, reporting standardization, internal controls, and efficiency initiatives that enhance accuracy, reduce manual effort, and protect company assets.
• Provide leadership for hiring, coaching, performance management, and work allocation across the accounting team, while assisting with onboarding and development of new staff.• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in general ledger oversight, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statement review, and month-end close activities.
• Demonstrated experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation, and product costing in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to manage consolidated and entity-level financial reporting, including analysis of operating results and margin performance.
• Experience supervising accounting teams and providing direction across multiple functional areas and locations.
• Proficiency with D365 and other financial systems, with the ability to support process improvements and reporting efficiencies.
• Knowledge of cash management, banking controls, and internal control practices that support financial accuracy and asset protection.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage deadlines and coordinate cross-functional priorities.