Morgan Hunter
Controller - Accounting & Finance Recruiting Manager at Morgan Hunter
This is a hands-on Controller role with a growing, family-owned organization built on long-standing relationships, technical expertise, and doing business the right way. The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while serving as a trusted financial partner to leadership, helping guide thoughtful growth and sound decision-making.
The ideal candidate enjoys being close to the business, values stability and collaboration, and takes pride in building strong processes that support people—not just numbers.
Base pay range $125,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, benefits administration, and bank reconciliations
Manage month-end and year-end close processes with a strong emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and management reports for leadership
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to protect company assets and ensure long-term stability
Partner closely with ownership and leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits, tax preparation, and compliance
Oversee commission reporting and reconciliations for sales teams and partner manufacturers
Provide practical financial insight to support operational decisions, cost management, and profitability by product line and customer
Improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and processes with a thoughtful, long-term mindset
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering accountability, teamwork, and professional development
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred, not required)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a closely held, family-owned, or relationship-driven business
Experience in construction, distribution, sales, or manufacturer-representative environments a plus
Strong working knowledge of accounting systems (QuickBooks Online, ADP, or similar) and Excel
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial partners
High integrity, discretion, and pride in ownership of work
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Staffing and Recruiting and Manufacturing
Location Kansas City Metropolitan Area
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The ideal candidate enjoys being close to the business, values stability and collaboration, and takes pride in building strong processes that support people—not just numbers.
Base pay range $125,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, benefits administration, and bank reconciliations
Manage month-end and year-end close processes with a strong emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and management reports for leadership
Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures to protect company assets and ensure long-term stability
Partner closely with ownership and leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
Coordinate with external CPA firms on audits, tax preparation, and compliance
Oversee commission reporting and reconciliations for sales teams and partner manufacturers
Provide practical financial insight to support operational decisions, cost management, and profitability by product line and customer
Improve accounting systems, reporting tools, and processes with a thoughtful, long-term mindset
Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering accountability, teamwork, and professional development
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred, not required)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a closely held, family-owned, or relationship-driven business
Experience in construction, distribution, sales, or manufacturer-representative environments a plus
Strong working knowledge of accounting systems (QuickBooks Online, ADP, or similar) and Excel
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial partners
High integrity, discretion, and pride in ownership of work
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Staffing and Recruiting and Manufacturing
Location Kansas City Metropolitan Area
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