Controller

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Controller. Company Overview: A privately held manufacturing company specializing in wood pellet production with a flagship facility in East Texas This facility serves as the cornerstone of the company’s U.S. growth strategy, with significant expansion opportunities in the pipeline Leadership emphasizes operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement, while offering employees the chance to join a high-growth environment with meaningful career advancement The executive team promotes a collaborative, flexible, and performance-driven culture, rewarding employees for their direct impact Role Summary: Lead and manage finance and accounting operations, including general accounting, cost accounting, payroll, AR/AP, fixed assets, and month-end close Oversee preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts Develop and maintain robust internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance Partner with senior leadership on capital expenditures, supplier negotiations, and contract/MSA reviews Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to support growth and expansion strategy Manage audits and external reporting requirements Build, coach, and mentor accounting/finance staff, setting goals and performance metrics Collaborate across departments to align financial processes with company operations and strategy Team Structure: Member of the Executive Team Direct reports across accounting and finance staff Interfaces with CEO, CFO, General Manager, and plant leadership Ideal Candidate Profile: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA highly preferred) 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with 5+ years as Controller Manufacturing or chemical industry background required; forest products or biomass experience strongly preferred Proven expertise in general and cost accounting, financial reporting, and systems/process improvement Strong leadership, team-building, and change-management skills Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in both strategic and hands-on capacities Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ERP/accounting systems Base Salary: $110k-$120K (flexible depending on candidate), competitive benefits and PTO Bonus: $20K annual target, with great flexibility to adjust based on performance/impact Relocation support up to $30K (lump sum, depending on candidate circumstances) Executive-level seat on leadership team with direct visibility to CEO and CFO Flexibility on hybrid/remote work after initial onboarding #J-18808-Ljbffr