Lead Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Controller

Summary:

The Lead Controller is responsible for the overall financial control, compliance, and accounting operations. This role ensures full US GAAP compliance, maintains a strong SOX control environment, oversees month-end close processes, and partners closely with Operations and Corporate Finance. The Lead Controller manages the Controlling team and plays a critical role in driving financial accuracy, operational insight, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment

Description:

Finanical Reporting & Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with US GAAP across both entities
• Implement, maintain, and enhance SOX internal controls
• Perform internal audits and coordinate external audit activities
• Perform and ensure accurate and timely month-end close procedures
• Prepare income tax information for Corporate reporting
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial data

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting:

• Perform annual standard cost updates
• Conduct physical inventory variance analysis and inventory controls oversight
• Oversee cost accounting processes in a manufacturing environment
• Analyze variances and provide financial insight to Operations leadership

Operational & Accounting Oversight:

• Oversee fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure controls
• Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations
• Review credit card transactions and perform related expenditure controls
• Concur Expense system user administration
• Manage JDE and iBuy purchase order approval limits and governance
• Perform ad hoc analysis requests related to expenses, balance sheet movements, etc

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop two direct reports, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and ensure succession planning for key roles
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance
• Manage upwards by seeking to understand leadership needs, communicating risks and insights early, and effectively supporting decision-making through clear, data-driven recommendations

Technical Accounting & Advisory:

• Research and interpret complex accounting issues
• Lead the adoption and documentation of new accounting standards, policies, and procedures
• Provide expertise on revenue recognition, fixed asset management, and other topics

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting; Big 4 public accounting audit background required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and lead change in a complex, matrixed organization
• High integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement; Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skill
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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This is a Permanent position based out of Elizabethtown, NC.

The pay range for this position is $91700.00 - $170100.00/yr.

Will send to candidates once interviews are scheduled

This is a hybrid position in Elizabethtown,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.