Controller

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on, operationally minded Controller to lead the accounting function while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day details. This individual will own the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, month-end close, and inventory accounting while overseeing the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable functions.

The Controller will also play a key role in improving processes and identifying opportunities to leverage automation, technology, and AI tools to create efficiencies across the accounting function.

This position requires up to 25% travel .

Key Responsibilities

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• Own the full-cycle accounting function , including general ledger, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
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• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
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• Prepare and review financial statements , including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow reporting.
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• Manage inventory accounting , reconciliations, and related processes.
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• Remain hands-on and involved in the day-to-day accounting activities and problem-solving.
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• Oversee, mentor, and develop the Senior Accountant and Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable functions.
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• Identify inefficiencies and lead process improvement initiatives across the accounting function.
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• Evaluate and implement automation and AI tools to streamline manual processes, improve reporting, enhance data analysis, and increase efficiency.
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• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve reconciliations, reporting, workflows, and the month-end close process.
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• Partner with operational leadership to provide financial insight and support business decisions.
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• Support annual audits and other reporting requirements.
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• Travel to company locations as needed, up to 25% .
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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• Progressive accounting experience with strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting .
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• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role.
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• Strong experience with month-end close, financial statement preparation, general ledger accounting, and reconciliations .
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• Experience with inventory accounting .
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• Previous experience managing and developing accounting professionals.
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• Demonstrated success identifying and implementing process improvements .
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• Interest in leveraging AI, automation, and technology to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
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• Strong systems aptitude and a continuous-improvement mindset.
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• Ability to operate as both a hands-on accountant and a leader .
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• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
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• Ability to travel up to 25% .
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