Controller

Alwin Manufacturing Co.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Alwin Manufacturing seeks a strategic, hands-on Controller to lead accounting and finance across Wisconsin operations and a Vietnam plant. Based in Green Bay, you will ensure accurate financial reporting, manage month-end close, and oversee treasury, tax, audits, and risk management while guiding staff and driving KPIs.

The role requires GAAP expertise, 10+ years in manufacturing finance with cost accounting, ERP proficiency (IQMS preferred), and strong business acumen to support strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with a preference of 3–5 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated cost accounting expertise, including standard costing and variance analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP, internal control frameworks, standard cost accounting, and multi-entity consolidation.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational drivers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (IQMS experience a plus) in a manufacturing environment, including inventory, costing, and general ledger modules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and complex financial modeling.
• Familiarity with payroll processing systems and related reporting.
• Ability to leverage technology to automate and streamline accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple entities and locations.
• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Oversee treasury activities, including daily cash flow and liquidity management, payment authorization, banking controls, financing and loan activities, and relationships with banking partners.
• Direct inventory and cost accounting activities, including standard cost rolls, labor and overhead rates, inventory and accrual transactions, and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Coordinate all financial statement, tax, bank, insurance, and retirement plan audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Supervise accounting staff and oversee accounting operations, policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee the organization's risk management program and maintain appropriate insurance coverage for all locations and activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, capital allocation, and organizational performance management by providing financial analysis, developing and monitoring KPIs and operational metrics, and preparing information and recommendations for leadership and Board meetings.
• Assist with the review, planning, funding, reporting, and oversight of the 401(k), pension, and medical self-insurance plans.
• Prepare corporate payroll and related reporting and journal entries, and administer monthly commissions and quarterly and annual rebates.
• Complete required tax, regulatory, and government reporting, including sales and use tax filings, estimated tax payments, annual 1099 and MR reporting, and government surveys.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Advanced Excel

Business acumen

ERP systems experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

CPA certification

Tools

IQMS ERP

Job description

Alwin Manufacturing is seeking a strategic, hands-on Controller to lead our accounting and finance functions. Since 1928, Alwin has been a trusted manufacturer of towel, tissue, and napkin dispensers serving the away-from-home market worldwide. With operations across Wisconsin and a manufacturing facility in Vietnam, we combine nearly a century of manufacturing excellence with advanced product development capabilities to provide customers with complete support, from concept and engineering through commercialization and production. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships has made Alwin a recognized leader in the dispenser industry.

While our history spans nearly a century, our culture remains entrepreneurial and forward-thinking. Alwin combines the stability of an established organization with the agility and collaborative spirit of a growing company. We value practical problem-solving, strong relationships, and a hands-on approach to business, creating an environment where ideas are welcomed and results matter.

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial operations, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple entities and locations. This role manages month-end close activities, financial statement preparation, cash flow monitoring, payroll accounting, inventory and cost accounting, tax compliance, and banking relationships. The Controller provides oversight of audits, insurance and risk management programs, retirement and benefit plan financial activities, and financing initiatives while maintaining strong internal controls and accounting policies. Additionally, this position supervises accounting staff, supports acquisition integration efforts, and delivers financial insights that support operational and strategic decision‑making.

This position will be based out of our corporate office in Green Bay, WI.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, including monthly financial statements for Deluxe Plastics, consolidated multi-site reporting for SSW Holdings, financial statements for multi-property entities, and all supporting schedules and management reports
• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and resolution of discrepancies, to ensure cash positions and financial results are accurately stated
• Oversee treasury activities, including daily cash flow and liquidity management, payment authorization, banking controls, financing and loan activities, and relationships with banking partners
• Direct inventory and cost accounting activities, including standard cost rolls, labor and overhead rates, inventory and accrual transactions, and manufacturing variance analysis to support accurate product costing and corrective action
• Coordinate all financial statement, tax, bank, insurance, and retirement plan audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and other review partners
• Supervise accounting staff and oversee accounting operations, policies, procedures, and internal controls to promote consistent practices and safeguard company assets
• Oversee the organization's risk management program and maintain appropriate insurance coverage for all locations and activities
• Support budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, capital allocation, and organizational performance management by providing financial analysis, developing and monitoring KPIs and operational metrics, and preparing information and recommendations for leadership and Board meetings
• Assist with the review, planning, funding, reporting, and oversight of the 401(k),pension, and medical self-insurance plans
• Prepare corporate payroll and related reporting and journal entries, and administer monthly commissions and quarterly and annual rebates
• Complete required tax, regulatory, and government reporting, including sales and use tax filings, estimated tax payments, annual 1099 and MR reporting, and government surveys

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with a preference of 3–5 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated cost accounting expertise, including standard costing and variance analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of GAAP, internal control frameworks, standard cost accounting, and multi‑entity consolidation.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational drivers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (IQMS experience a plus) in a manufacturing environment, including inventory, costing, and general ledger modules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and complex financial modeling.
• Familiarity with payroll processing systems and related reporting.
• Ability to leverage technology to automate and streamline accounting processes.

Please Note: Wipfli is partnering with Alwin Manufacturing to support this recruitment process. As part of their role, members of Wipfli's external recruitment team may contact you regarding your application, interview scheduling, and other recruitment-related activities. All employment decisions, including candidate selection and hiring, remain the sole responsibility of Alwin Manufacturing.

Alwin Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer.