Controller

Job Title: ControllerJob Description

This Controller role oversees the full spectrum of financial operations for a manufacturing organization, ensuring financial integrity, supporting operational efficiency, and driving profitability. The position partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with broader business goals, with a strong focus on cost accounting, inventory management, internal controls, and strategic financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Provide clear commentary and insights on financial performance, trends, and variances to support informed decision-making.

• Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term forecasting activities, aligning financial plans with strategic business objectives.

• Partner with department leaders to establish financial goals, monitor budget performance, and address variances proactively.

• Maintain and enhance cost accounting processes to accurately track labor, material, and overhead costs in a manufacturing environment.

• Develop recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability across products, processes, and operations.

• Oversee inventory valuation for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with standards.

• Develop and maintain effective inventory control procedures that support operational efficiency and financial accuracy.

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules, capital expenditure tracking, and asset disposals.

• Establish, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and support reliable financial reporting.

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations and accounting standards.

• Support accurate and timely financial reporting for internal stakeholders and external requirements.

• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors, facilitating efficient audit processes.

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation, ensuring clarity and completeness of financial information.

• Conduct financial analyses, including profitability analysis, cash flow forecasting, and variance reporting.

• Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making and business growth.

• Assist in leading, mentoring, and developing accounting and finance staff, promoting professional growth and strong team performance.

• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the finance function.

• Collaborate closely with operations, sales, and supply chain teams to provide financial guidance and operational support.

• Support long-term strategic planning and business growth initiatives through robust financial analysis and scenario modeling.

• Assist with financial evaluation of investments, capital projects, and expansion opportunities, including ROI and payback analysis.

Essential Skills

• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with increasing levels of responsibility.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to product costing and inventory processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience in manufacturing accounting and cost accounting, including product costing, inventory valuation, labor and material analysis, and overhead allocation.

• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leadership to drive business decisions and support strategic initiatives.

• Strong general ledger accounting experience, including reconciliations and month-end close activities.

• Proficiency in preparing financial statements and financial reports in accordance with GAAP.

• Experience with ERP systems, with EPICOR strongly preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and pivot tables.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify key trends.

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.

• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience managing and developing accounting or finance personnel.

• Experience establishing and maintaining internal controls, supporting audit management, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Background in financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, and profitability analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA or CMA designation strongly preferred.

• Experience supporting process improvement initiatives within accounting and finance functions.

• Background in continuous improvement and a focus on enhancing financial processes and controls.

• Experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing environments is beneficial.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with operations, sales, and supply chain teams.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Work Environment

This role operates on-site in a manufacturing environment with standard office hours of approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Controller works closely with operations and production teams, leveraging ERP systems (with EPICOR preferred) and advanced Excel-based financial models to support day-to-day decision-making and long-term planning. The environment is fast-paced and growth-oriented, offering the opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding aerospace manufacturing operation. The position is primarily office-based within the facility, with regular interaction across departments and exposure to manufacturing processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Manchester, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

Company benefits will be provided to candidates once an offer is extended.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manchester,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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.

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