Controller

Kellogg Staffing; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined path to CFO

Hybrid schedule with flexibility

Mentorship from senior leadership

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a strategic Controller to join its leadership team in Columbus, Ohio. This role provides a clear path towards CFO, with responsibilities including overseeing corporate accounting, implementing financial strategies, and enhancing financial models. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, over 8 years of experience, and strong GAAP expertise, along with mentorship from senior leadership. The position offers hybrid work flexibility and opportunities for significant impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and industry.
• Advanced skills in financial analysis and modeling.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting and financial reporting functions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Own the month-end close, consolidation, and preparation of financial statements.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial planning and strategic analysis.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Financial analysis

Data modeling

Strong analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Controller to join our leadership team at a growing manufacturing company. This role is designed as a clear path to CFO, offering high visibility, executive exposure, and the opportunity to influence financial strategy at the corporate level.

This is a corporate-focused Controller role, ideal for someone strong in GAAP, financial reporting, and analysis, rather than heavy operational costing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all corporate accounting and financial reporting functions in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Own the month-end close, consolidation, and preparation of financial statements
• Partner with executive leadership on financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis
• Develop and enhance financial models, dashboards, and KPIs to support decision-making
• Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness
• Support banking relationships, cash management, and capital planning
• Identify and implement process improvements and system efficiencies
• Mentor and develop accounting staff

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
• 8+ years of progressive experience (public accounting + industry preferred)
• Strong expertise in GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced skills in financial analysis, modeling, and data tools
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate at both a hands‑on and strategic level
• Clear ambition and readiness to grow into a CFO role

Why This Role

• Defined path to CFO with mentorship from senior leadership
• Corporate exposure—focus on strategy, reporting, and finance vs. plant operations
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility and limited travel
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field of study
• Big 4 or regional public accounting + industry combo (preferred)
• Strong technical accounting + sharp analytical mindset