Controller

Pathway Talent Partners, LLC; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathway Talent Partners, LLC is partnering with a well-established industrial company to hire a Controller who will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations for a multi-location organization.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7+ years in public accounting or a corporate controller role, with strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial analysis, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years' experience in either public accounting or corporate controller role.
• ERP System experience preferred.
• Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
• Strong communicator, problem-solver, critical thinker.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations and financial reporting activities
• Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial results
• Manage key reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records
• Assist with cash forecasting and day-to-day treasury activities
• Develop reporting and analysis to support business decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements and operational initiatives
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements
• Support payroll administration and related accounting functions
• Participate in audit preparation and other strategic finance projects
• Contribute to the continued enhancement of internal controls and financial processes

Skills

Strong communicator

Problem-solver

Critical thinker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP System

Job description

Controller

Location: Minneapolis, MN
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Pathway Talent Partners is partnering with a well-established industrial company to identify a Controller who will oversee accounting, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations. This individual will partner closely with leadership, supporting a multi-location organization with a strong reputation, long-term stability, and a commitment to operational excellence.

The Controller will provide hands-on leadership across accounting functions, financial analysis, budgeting, and internal controls while helping drive continued growth and process improvement within a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting operations and financial reporting activities


• Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial results


• Manage key reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records


• Assist with cash forecasting and day-to-day treasury activities


• Develop reporting and analysis to support business decision-making


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvements and operational initiatives


• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements


• Support payroll administration and related accounting functions


• Participate in audit preparation and other strategic finance projects


• Contribute to the continued enhancement of internal controls and financial processes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years' experience in either public accounting or corporate controller role.


• ERP System experience preferred.


• Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting.


• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.


• Strong communicator, problem-solver, critical thinker.


• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred