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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Company Overview Our client is a leading manufacturer known for delivering innovative, high-quality products across consumer and industrial markets. With a legacy of excellence and a strong global footprint, the company continues to expand its operations and enhance financial performance through innovation, technology, and collaboration. Located just outside Columbus, OH, this West Jefferson facility plays a key role in producing trusted, market‑leading products for customers across multiple industries. The company’s commitment to precision, integrity, and continuous improvement has positioned it as a premier partner to both national retailers and global manufacturers.
Why Consider This Role?
Hands‑On Leadership:
Join a $25MM organization where you’ll oversee daily accounting operations while also playing a key role in strategic financial decision‑making alongside executive leadership.
Make Your Mark:
Take ownership of the finance function by designing and implementing new processes, SOPs, and internal controls that drive efficiency and elevate performance.
Cross‑Functional Exposure:
Gain direct visibility into all areas of the business, collaborating with operations, commercial, and executive teams to influence company‑wide success.
Lead a Team:
Manage and mentor two direct reports while shaping the future structure and capabilities of the accounting department.
Exceptional Benefits:
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package—fully employer‑paid medical & dental coverage, 401(k) match, 12 paid holidays, untracked PTO, and more—demonstrating the company’s investment in its people and long‑term growth.
Role Overview The Manufacturing Controller will serve as a key financial leader for the company’s West Jefferson, OH manufacturing facility, responsible for managing all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and driving process improvements that enhance accuracy, transparency, and scalability. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on—able to balance leadership with detailed execution, build strong internal controls, and lead a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting operations, including cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, cost accounting, and general ledger activities.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Lead month‑end close and financial reporting processes, identifying opportunities to shorten close timelines and improve procedures.
Prepare consolidated financial reports for submission to the global parent company.
Implement and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in partnership with operations and commercial teams.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in accounting systems and processes, optimizing ERP performance.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and financial reporting requirements, including transfer pricing documentation.
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth and a culture of accountability.
Support special projects, process improvement efforts, and technology initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and visibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
CPA certification preferred (active or inactive).
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within a mid‑size manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing industry experience required.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles.
Proven ability to streamline financial processes and improve operational efficiency.
Experience managing small teams.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Staffing and Recruiting, Manufacturing
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Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr
Company Overview Our client is a leading manufacturer known for delivering innovative, high-quality products across consumer and industrial markets. With a legacy of excellence and a strong global footprint, the company continues to expand its operations and enhance financial performance through innovation, technology, and collaboration. Located just outside Columbus, OH, this West Jefferson facility plays a key role in producing trusted, market‑leading products for customers across multiple industries. The company’s commitment to precision, integrity, and continuous improvement has positioned it as a premier partner to both national retailers and global manufacturers.
Why Consider This Role?
Hands‑On Leadership:
Join a $25MM organization where you’ll oversee daily accounting operations while also playing a key role in strategic financial decision‑making alongside executive leadership.
Make Your Mark:
Take ownership of the finance function by designing and implementing new processes, SOPs, and internal controls that drive efficiency and elevate performance.
Cross‑Functional Exposure:
Gain direct visibility into all areas of the business, collaborating with operations, commercial, and executive teams to influence company‑wide success.
Lead a Team:
Manage and mentor two direct reports while shaping the future structure and capabilities of the accounting department.
Exceptional Benefits:
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package—fully employer‑paid medical & dental coverage, 401(k) match, 12 paid holidays, untracked PTO, and more—demonstrating the company’s investment in its people and long‑term growth.
Role Overview The Manufacturing Controller will serve as a key financial leader for the company’s West Jefferson, OH manufacturing facility, responsible for managing all accounting operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and driving process improvements that enhance accuracy, transparency, and scalability. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on—able to balance leadership with detailed execution, build strong internal controls, and lead a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting operations, including cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, cost accounting, and general ledger activities.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Lead month‑end close and financial reporting processes, identifying opportunities to shorten close timelines and improve procedures.
Prepare consolidated financial reports for submission to the global parent company.
Implement and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets.
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in partnership with operations and commercial teams.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in accounting systems and processes, optimizing ERP performance.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and financial reporting requirements, including transfer pricing documentation.
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth and a culture of accountability.
Support special projects, process improvement efforts, and technology initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and visibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
CPA certification preferred (active or inactive).
7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within a mid‑size manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing industry experience required.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting principles.
Proven ability to streamline financial processes and improve operational efficiency.
Experience managing small teams.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting / Auditing and Finance
Industries Staffing and Recruiting, Manufacturing
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