Controller

Anderson|Biro, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Professional Development Opportunities

Performance-Based Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Anderson|Biro, LLC seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for a manufacturing operation. You will partner with operations and executive leadership to drive profitability through cost visibility, strong controls, and insightful financial analysis.

The role requires hands-on leadership, deep manufacturing accounting knowledge, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 8-10 years progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing finance.
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred MBA, CPA, CMA, or other advanced degree/certification.
• Experience implementing or improving cost accounting systems and reporting processes.
• Experience creating KPI dashboards and operational performance reporting.
• ERP system experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all financial accounting and reporting activities, maintaining policies, procedures, and internal controls in GAAP.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and tax/regulatory reporting.
• Partner with operations to improve visibility into production costs and KPI dashboards.
• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and standard costing processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A to model pricing, cost analysis, and profitability initiatives.
• Lead annual budgeting and monthly forecasting with variance analysis.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop the accounting team and drive process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, internal controls, and compliance activities. This role serves as a key business partner to operations and executive leadership, helping drive profitability through strong financial analysis, manufacturing cost visibility, and process improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance leader with deep manufacturing experience, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Direct and oversee all financial accounting and reporting activities. Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate risk and ensure financial integrity. Oversee the preparation and issuance of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP. Ensure timely and accurate completion of tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements. Monitor company expenditures and financial performance.

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

• Partner closely with operations to improve visibility into production costs, material utilization, labor efficiency, and manufacturing performance. Lead the development and enhancement of cost accounting systems and methodologies. Drive improvements to standard costing processes and financial reporting capabilities. Develop and maintain KPI dashboards that provide actionable insights into daily operational and financial performance. Collaborate with FP&A to create financial models supporting pricing strategies, cost analysis, margin improvement, and profitability initiatives.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process across the organization. Prepare monthly forecasts and provide detailed variance analysis. Deliver financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Evaluate business performance and identify opportunities for operational and financial improvement.

Audit & Compliance

• Coordinate annual external audits and provide documentation and support to auditors. Manage financial data requirements for annual insurance renewals. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team. Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve system utilization. Support strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing finance
• Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Preferred MBA, CPA, CMA, or other advanced degree/certification
• Experience implementing or improving cost accounting systems and reporting processes
• Experience creating KPI dashboards and operational performance reporting
• ERP system experience in a manufacturing environment

What We're Looking For

• A strong understanding of how manufacturing operations impact cost, pricing, margin, and cash flow.
• Demonstrated success building or significantly improving accounting and cost reporting systems.
• The ability to balance accuracy, urgency, and business needs in a dynamic environment.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to both operational teams and executive leadership.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to transform ideas into measurable results.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Performance-Based Growth Opportunities