Controller

Now CFO; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consultancy in Erie County is seeking a Controller to oversee daily accounting operations and financial performance. This full-time onsite role involves managing a small team, handling inventory accounting and job costing, and supporting budgeting and audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, over 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, and strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers direct hiring by the client with opportunities for process improvement in a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory, job costing, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of compliance and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close and financial statement preparation.
• Manage job costing lifecycle and project profitability analysis.
• Lead inventory accounting and ERP reconciliation.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP system (Epicor or similar)

Power BI

Job description

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to identify a hands‑on Controller to lead day‑to‑day accounting operations and support overall financial performance. This role will oversee a small team and play a key part in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting. This is a full‑time, onsite roll where you would be directly hired by NOW CFO's client and a member of their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being both strategic and in the weeds, with strong exposure to operations and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Manage job costing lifecycle and analyze profitability across projects
• Lead inventory accounting, including physical counts, valuation, and ERP reconciliation
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial reporting
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable reporting standards
• Partner with operations to improve cost visibility and overall financial performance
• Assist with audits and coordinate with external auditors as needed
• Oversee and develop accounting staff while remaining hands‑on in daily operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of inventory, job costing, and financial reporting
• Experience working within an ERP system (Epicor or similar preferred)
• Knowledge of compliance and reporting standards including government contract exposure
• Advanced Excel skills and overall systems proficiency
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving abilities

Nice to Have

• CPA or CMA
• Experience with Epicor and/or Power BI

This is an onsite role offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership, contribute to process improvements, and support a growing organization with strong tenure and team culture.