Controller

ATC Automation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

A collaborative environment where the

finance is viewed as a strategic

Job summary

ATC Automation seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing manufacturing business. This role partners with operations and HR, providing broad operational impact beyond traditional accounting.

The ideal candidate closes books efficiently, leads a high-performing team, and continuously improves processes while advising senior leadership on financial matters and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Manufacturing accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Prepare timely and accurate financials.
• Analyze operating results and explain key business drivers.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Maintain account reconciliations and balance sheet integrity.
• Oversee standard costing and cost accounting.
• Analyze inventory valuation and reserves.
• Monitor manufacturing variances and KPIs.
• Partner with plant leadership to improve profitability and productivity.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Establish and improve accounting processes.
• Promote a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Partner with operations, engineering, sales, and executive leadership.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

U.S. GAAP

Manufacturing accounting

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing manufacturing business. In addition to leading accounting and financial reporting, this position provides leadership and oversight for the Supply Chain and Human Resource functions, making it a highly visible role with broad operational impact.

The ideal candidate is equally comfortable closing the books, leading a high-performing accounting team, improving processes, and serving as a trusted advisor to business leadership.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced Controller who enjoys partnering with operations and contributing beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Prepare timely and accurate financials.
• Analyze operating results and explain key business drivers.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Maintain account reconciliations and balance sheet integrity.

Manufacturing Finance

• Oversee standard costing and cost accounting.
• Analyze inventory valuation and reserves.
• Monitor manufacturing variances and operational KPIs.
• Partner with plant leadership to improve profitability and productivity.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain a strong internal control environment.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Support tax reporting requirements.

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Establish and improve accounting processes.
• Promote a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Business Partnership

• Partner with operations, engineering, sales, and executive leadership.
• Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Manufacturing accounting experience
• Experience with ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA
• Experience with both percentage of completion accounting and standard costing
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment
• Experience implementing process improvements
• Exposure to consolidations and intercompany accounting

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be:

• An experienced leader who enjoys partnering across Finance, Supply Chain, and Human Resources to improve overall company performance
• Highly analytical with excellent business judgment
• Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Naturally curious and focused on continuous improvement
• Able to communicate effectively with both accounting and operational teams

What We Offer

• Annual performance bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• A collaborative environment where finance is viewed as a strategic business partner