Controller

We are partnering with a well-established, growing manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of its business. This is an exciting opportunity for a financially strong, business-minded Controller who enjoys being involved in operations, partnering with leadership, and helping shape the future of a growing manufacturing business. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership: Oversee financial operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range financial planning, and financial analysis to support business objectives. Strategic Business Partnership: Work closely with the General Manager and executive leadership to evaluate performance, identify opportunities, and support strategic business decisions. Manufacturing Finance: Provide financial insight into manufacturing operations, inventory, margins, costs, and overall business profitability. Operational Collaboration: Partner with manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and other departments to drive efficiencies and improve financial performance. Shared Services Partnership: Collaborate with a centralized shared services team responsible for transactional accounting activities, allowing greater focus on financial leadership and business strategy. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Present financial results, key performance indicators, and business recommendations to senior leadership. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, streamline processes, and support continued business growth. Qualifications Manufacturing industry experience is required. Proven experience in a Controller, Plant Controller, or similar financial leadership position. Strong knowledge of month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Experience partnering with operational and executive leadership in a manufacturing environment. Ability to interpret financial data, communicate findings, and translate numbers into actionable business recommendations. Experience working with a large ERP system; SyteLine experience is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on financial oversight with higher-level strategic planning. Why Consider This Opportunity? Join an established manufacturer with a strong history and continued growth. Be part of an organization investing significantly in facility expansion and future operations. Work directly with business leadership and influence financial and operational decisions. Benefit from a centralized shared services structure that allows greater focus on strategic finance and business performance. Step into an established finance function with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's next phase of growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr