Controller

Woodsage; Holland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching

PTO

10 Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD/LTD

Accident

Life Insurance

Pre-paid Legal

Pet Insurance

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness

EAP

Job summary

Woodsage is seeking a Controller to oversee the accounting department, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and drive cost controls in a manufacturing environment. You will supervise staff, manage the general ledger, and lead annual budgeting and forecasting efforts.

The role requires strong ERP experience (Oracle NetSuite), advanced Excel skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. CPA is preferred but not required, with a focus on compliance and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum five years in manufacturing with cost accounting, general accounting, auditing, and data processing.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS; experience with ERP systems, preferably Netsuite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Supervise staff and conduct training on accounting principles and policies.
• Prepare financial statements and manage month-end/year-end closes.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable, budgets, and cost accounting.
• Support audits and liaise with independent accountants.
• Develop annual budgets and financial forecasts; monitor manufacturing costs.
• Develop cost analyses and tools to improve operational performance.
• Work with operations and supply chain to optimize cost efficiency.
• Maintain accounting policies, controls, and compliance with regulations.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Excel advanced

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA desired but not required

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role And Responsibilities

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with financial regulations, and implementing best accounting practices. This role involves supervising accounting staff, preparing financial statements, managing budgets, managing the cost accounting process, and supporting audits.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring professional development and high performance
• Conduct training sessions on accounting principles, company policies, and financial tools
• Supervise 1-2 Accounting Analyst / Clerk and their AR/AP and transactional duties

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
• Manage the accounts payable process
• Manage the accounts receivable and collections process
• Responsible for the month-end and year-end closing processes
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk
• Work with management in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Manage the cost accounting process, monitor and analyze manufacturing costs, labor efficiency, and material usage to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Track and manage accounting for capital projects
• Conduct variance analysis (e.g., standard vs. actual costs) and provide insights to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop high level expertise in the company’s Oracle NetSuite ERP system
• Develop internal cost analyses and other tools to provide management with meaningful and timely information to analyze and improve operational performance
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and production teams to optimize cost efficiency
• Serve as the primary contact with the company’s independent accountants and manage the company’s annual audit review .
• Partner with insurance brokers and provide the necessary information
• Timely payment of all income taxes, sales and use taxes, employment taxes
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government regulations and requirements
• Support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the ProVeyance Group
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA desired but not required
• Minimum five years experience in a manufacturing environment with concentration in Cost Accounting, General Accounting, Auditing and Data Processing.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and financial regulations
• Technical skills in account reconciliation, bank reconciliation and cost analysis
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting software, preferably Netsuite
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Positive attitude with effective communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times

Benefits

• 401k Matching
• PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• STD/LTD
• Accident
• Life Insurance
• Pre-paid Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• EAP