Becker Wright Consultants is hiring: Manufacturing Controller in New Braunfels

A leading U.S.-based manufacturer is seeking a Controller to join its growing team. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep financial expertise and a passion for driving operational efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes.
• Oversee daily accounting operations: general ledger, reconciliations, AR/AP, and job cost accounting.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and audit functions.
• Partner with IT to automate inventory tracking and reporting.
• Create and implement accounting policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and lead annual external audits.
• Ensure accurate and timely tax compliance and filings.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams on cost accounting.
• Manage multi-state payroll processing and tax reporting.
• Handle business licenses, permits, and regulatory filings.
• Interface with government agencies for grant-related cost reimbursements.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, including hiring and performance management.

What We’re Looking For

• Active CPA license.
• Minimum 15 years of accounting experience in a large manufacturing environment.
• Experience with organizations with revenue of $50M or more.
• Strong understanding of financial, distribution, and manufacturing systems.
• Expertise in cost accounting and government grant accounting.
• Experience with stock-based compensation.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze transactional data and present insights to leadership.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across departments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability
• Paid time off and sick leave (eligible after 90 days)
• Paid company holidays

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management, Manufacturing, and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Manufacturing