Controller

CFS; Hope (AR); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

CFS in Hope, Arkansas is seeking a Manufacturing Finance Controller to lead all financial reporting, controls, and planning in a visible leadership role. You will partner with plant operations to boost profitability, manage budgeting and forecasting, and oversee inventory accounting, month-end close, and internal controls.

The role requires CPA and manufacturing accounting leadership, with strong ERP/Excel capabilities and a focus on process improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong manufacturing accounting and inventory experience
• Proven leadership of accounting teams
• Experience strengthening internal controls and supporting audit activities
• Ability to partner with operations and influence business decisions
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive mindset focused on process improvement and operational excellence
• Confidence presenting financial recommendations to senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial reporting activities and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business performance analysis
• Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability, productivity, and decision-making
• Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliations, fixed assets, accounts receivable, and month-end reporting
• Develop KPIs, financial models, and management reporting tools to support business objectives
• Lead and develop accounting staff while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Analyze financial results and provide actionable recommendations to leadership

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing accounting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Controller | Manufacturing Finance Leadership Opportunity

Compensation

$125,000 - $130,000 Base + Significant Annual Bonus Potential + Profit Sharing

Lead Financial Strategy. Influence Operations. Drive Business Performance.

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Controller who wants more than responsibility for monthly close and financial reporting.

This highly visible leadership role serves as a key business partner to plant leadership and corporate finance, providing financial guidance, operational insight, and strategic support that directly impacts business performance.

The ideal candidate brings a blend of public accounting foundation, manufacturing finance expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business decisions.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Rare opportunity to step into a leadership role created through planned succession
• Significant bonus and profit-sharing opportunities tied to business performance
• Direct interaction with plant leadership and senior executives
• Ability to influence operations, inventory management, forecasting, and profitability initiatives
• Opportunity to lead process improvement, automation, and financial analytics initiatives
• High visibility position with a seat at the leadership table
• Work in a stable manufacturing environment with substantial long-term career growth potential
• Comprehensive relocation support available for qualified candidates
• Strong culture focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial reporting activities and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance initiatives
• Direct budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and business performance analysis
• Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability, productivity, and decision-making
• Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliations, fixed assets, accounts receivable, and month-end reporting
• Develop KPIs, financial models, and management reporting tools to support business objectives
• Lead and develop accounting staff while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Analyze financial results and provide actionable recommendations to leadership

What We’re Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for a finance leader who wants to be actively involved in running the business rather than simply reporting the numbers.

Successful Candidates Will Bring

• Strong manufacturing accounting and inventory experience
• Proven leadership of accounting teams
• Experience strengthening internal controls and supporting audit activities
• Ability to partner with operations and influence business decisions
• Strong forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive mindset focused on process improvement and operational excellence
• Confidence presenting financial recommendations to senior leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• CPA required
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Public accounting background strongly preferred
• Manufacturing accounting experience required
• Internal controls, audit, and financial reporting experience required
• Experience with inventory accounting, forecasting, and business planning
• Strong ERP, Excel, and analytical skills

We Welcome Candidates From

• Manufacturing Controllers
• Assistant Controllers
• Plant Controllers
• Accounting Managers with manufacturing experience
• Audit Managers transitioning from public accounting
• Corporate Accounting Leaders
• Cost Accounting and Inventory Accounting Professionals
• Finance Leaders within publicly traded organizations

Who Will Thrive Here?

The ideal candidate wants to be part of leadership discussions, challenge existing processes, improve operational performance, and help guide the future direction of the business. This role is best suited for someone who enjoys balancing technical accounting, team leadership, and strategic business partnership.

Relocation Support Available

A comprehensive relocation package is available for qualified candidates, including assistance with home sale, moving coordination, temporary housing, and transition support.

US work authorization required. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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