Controller

PANGEATWO; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PANGEATWO is seeking a Controller to direct accounting, reporting, and financial oversight for a multi-location manufacturing organization. This full-time, in-office position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial information, supporting operational decision-making, and supervising a team responsible for core accounting functions.

In this role, you will guide financial reporting, manufacturing accounting, budgeting activities, cash management, and system administration while providing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
• CPA preferred.
• Several years of progressive accounting leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in senior accounting, accounting management, assistant controller, or similar financial leadership roles.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and multi-site financial operations.
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with database connectivity tools such as Microsoft Access is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting across multiple facilities.
• Oversee closing processes, general ledger activity, fixed assets, payroll, AR/AP, and treasury functions.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and asset accountability.
• Direct manufacturing accounting processes, including inventory valuation, standard costing, job costing, and variance analysis.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and financial modeling.
• Facilitate external audit and tax support while maintaining GAAP compliance.
• Strengthen internal controls, documentation practices, and risk management.
• Support ERP optimization, reporting improvements, data integrity initiatives, and cybersecurity controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting personnel across operations, supply chain, sales, and HR teams.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Multi-site finance operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Our client is seeking a Controller to direct accounting, reporting, and financial oversight activities for a multi-location manufacturing organization. This full-time, in-office position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial information, supporting operational decision-making, and supervising a team responsible for core accounting functions.

In this role, you will guide financial reporting, manufacturing accounting, compliance initiatives, budgeting activities, cash management, and system administration while providing executive leadership with meaningful financial analysis. The position reports to company leadership and oversees a team of accounting professionals.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting activities across multiple facilities.
• Oversee closing processes, general ledger activity, fixed assets, payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and treasury functions.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and asset accountability.
• Direct manufacturing accounting processes, including inventory valuation, standard costing, job costing, and variance analysis.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and financial modeling efforts.
• Facilitate external audit and tax support requirements while maintaining adherence to GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Strengthen internal controls, documentation practices, and risk management procedures.
• Support ERP optimization, reporting enhancements, data integrity initiatives, and cybersecurity controls.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting personnel while partnering with operations, supply chain, sales, and human resources teams.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CPA is preferred.
• Several years of progressive accounting leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Background in senior accounting, accounting management, assistant controller, or comparable financial leadership positions.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and multi-site financial operations.
• Advanced Excel capabilities and strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, operational personnel, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with Microsoft Access and database connectivity tools is preferred.

At our clients’ request, only individuals with required experience will be considered.