Korn Ferry
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Base pay range $110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a
Controller .
Company Overview
A privately held manufacturing company specializing in wood pellet production with a flagship facility in East Texas
This facility serves as the cornerstone of the company’s U.S. growth strategy, with significant expansion opportunities in the pipeline
Leadership emphasizes operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement, while offering employees the chance to join a high-growth environment with meaningful career advancement
The executive team promotes a collaborative, flexible, and performance-driven culture, rewarding employees for their direct impact
Role Summary
Lead and manage finance and accounting operations, including general accounting, cost accounting, payroll, AR/AP, fixed assets, and month-end close
Oversee preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts
Develop and maintain robust internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance
Partner with senior leadership on capital expenditures, supplier negotiations, and contract/MSA reviews
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to support growth and expansion strategy
Manage audits and external reporting requirements
Build, coach, and mentor accounting/finance staff, setting goals and performance metrics
Collaborate across departments to align financial processes with company operations and strategy
Team Structure
Member of the Executive Team
Direct reports across accounting and finance staff
Interfaces with CEO, CFO, General Manager, and plant leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA highly preferred)
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with 5+ years as Controller
Manufacturing or chemical industry background required; forest products or biomass experience strongly preferred
Proven expertise in general and cost accounting, financial reporting, and systems/process improvement
Strong leadership, team-building, and change-management skills
Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in both strategic and hands-on capacities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ERP/accounting systems
Base Salary: $110k-$120K (flexible depending on candidate), competitive benefits and PTO
Bonus: $20K annual target, with great flexibility to adjust based on performance/impact
Relocation support up to $30K (lump sum, depending on candidate circumstances)
Executive-level seat on leadership team with direct visibility to CEO and CFO
Flexibility on hybrid/remote work after initial onboarding
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing
Industries Manufacturing
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Base pay range $110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a
Controller .
Company Overview
A privately held manufacturing company specializing in wood pellet production with a flagship facility in East Texas
This facility serves as the cornerstone of the company’s U.S. growth strategy, with significant expansion opportunities in the pipeline
Leadership emphasizes operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement, while offering employees the chance to join a high-growth environment with meaningful career advancement
The executive team promotes a collaborative, flexible, and performance-driven culture, rewarding employees for their direct impact
Role Summary
Lead and manage finance and accounting operations, including general accounting, cost accounting, payroll, AR/AP, fixed assets, and month-end close
Oversee preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts
Develop and maintain robust internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance
Partner with senior leadership on capital expenditures, supplier negotiations, and contract/MSA reviews
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to support growth and expansion strategy
Manage audits and external reporting requirements
Build, coach, and mentor accounting/finance staff, setting goals and performance metrics
Collaborate across departments to align financial processes with company operations and strategy
Team Structure
Member of the Executive Team
Direct reports across accounting and finance staff
Interfaces with CEO, CFO, General Manager, and plant leadership
Ideal Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA highly preferred)
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with 5+ years as Controller
Manufacturing or chemical industry background required; forest products or biomass experience strongly preferred
Proven expertise in general and cost accounting, financial reporting, and systems/process improvement
Strong leadership, team-building, and change-management skills
Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable in both strategic and hands-on capacities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and ERP/accounting systems
Base Salary: $110k-$120K (flexible depending on candidate), competitive benefits and PTO
Bonus: $20K annual target, with great flexibility to adjust based on performance/impact
Relocation support up to $30K (lump sum, depending on candidate circumstances)
Executive-level seat on leadership team with direct visibility to CEO and CFO
Flexibility on hybrid/remote work after initial onboarding
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing
Industries Manufacturing
Get notified about new Controller jobs in
Woodville, TX .
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