Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Controller to lead accounting operations and maintain accurate, compliant financial reporting for a multi-entity organization based in Holland, Ohio. This position oversees close activities, consolidation, controls, tax coordination, and core accounting functions while partnering with leadership to support sound financial decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to improve processes across domestic and international operations.

Responsibilities:
• Direct daily accounting activities and guide the monthly and annual close cycle to ensure timely, reliable financial results.
• Prepare, review, and refine financial statements, management reports, ledger activity, and account reconciliations with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Lead consolidation for international entities, including foreign currency matters, intercompany balancing, and multi-company reporting requirements.
• Partner with finance leadership by delivering dependable actuals, investigating variances, and helping maintain the quality of financial data used for planning and analysis.
• Strengthen compliance by maintaining internal controls, supporting segregation of duties, and addressing control gaps through corrective actions.
• Coordinate audit readiness and support regulatory and statutory reporting obligations across applicable U.S. and international requirements.
• Oversee tax-related accounting activities, including state and local filings such as sales and use tax, property tax, and other jurisdictional obligations, while collaborating with external advisors on broader tax matters.
• Manage treasury, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions to promote efficient cash flow, timely collections, and accurate vendor payments.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team by setting priorities, establishing performance expectations, and encouraging continuous improvement.

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a controllership or related finance function.

• CPA or CMA Required (or demonstrated progress toward certification)

• Strong command of general ledger accounting, financial statement analysis, and month-end and year-end close procedures.

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience applying technical accounting guidance in a business environment.

• Background in budgeting support, variance review, and maintaining the integrity of financial data for reporting purposes.

• Experience overseeing internal controls, audits, and compliance across multiple entities or jurisdictions.

• Ability to manage tax-related compliance activities in coordination with internal stakeholders and external advisors.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach staff, assign priorities, and drive accountability across the accounting team.

• Familiarity with AI tools or emerging technologies that support efficiency, analysis, or process improvement in finance operations.