Controller

Marjon Advisors Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Marjon Advisors Inc. is seeking an experienced Controller to lead our manufacturing client's accounting and financial reporting, ensuring integrity and timeliness of information.

You will establish controls, support payroll, oversee billing and cash management, and coordinate with external auditors while applying US GAAP. The role requires 5–10 years of experience and CPA/CMA preferred; ERP experience, especially Global Shop Solutions, is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field is required.
• 5–10 years of progressive financial management experience.
• CPA or CMA is preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; Global Shop Solutions is a plus.
• Manufacturing, R&D, and product development experience preferred.
• Cost accounting and government contracting experience with DCAA/DCMA audits is a plus.
• Strong leadership, integrity, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen financial controls, including expense management and internal procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly financial statements, subledgers, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain chart of accounts and document accounting policies and procedures.
• Support payroll processes, including time reporting and reconciliations.
• Oversee billing, collections, and cash management.
• Develop, prepare, and analyze monthly and quarterly financial and operational metrics.
• Partner with leadership to provide financial insight for sound decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory reporting requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Executive presence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CMA

Tools

ERP systems

Global Shop Solutions

Job description

Our growing manufacturing client is seeking an experienced and motivated Controller to join our team and build a long-term career in a collaborative, innovative environment.

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in delivering mission-critical components and systems that support U.S. and allied defense. Your expertise, creativity, and leadership will directly contribute to the financial strength of the organization and, ultimately, to national and global security.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen financial controls, including expense management and internal accounting procedures.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly financial statements, subledgers, and balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure accounting policies and procedures are properly documented and consistently applied.
• Support payroll processes, including time reporting, account reconciliation, and related internal controls.
• Oversee billing, collections, and credit functions to promote accuracy, efficiency, and strong cash management.
• Develop, prepare, and analyze monthly and quarterly financial and operational performance metrics.
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial insight and support sound business decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support compliance with applicable regulatory, financial, and reporting requirements.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 5–10 years of progressive financial management experience with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with ERP systems required; Global Shop Solutions experience is a plus.
• Manufacturing, R&D, and product development experience strongly preferred.
• Cost accounting and government contracting experience, including familiarity with DCAA/DCMA audits, is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, sound business judgment, and strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Executive presence and the ability to build relationships and influence decisions at all levels of the organization.
• High integrity, strong work ethic, creativity, and the ability to make timely, well-informed decisions in a dynamic environment.