Controller

Grass America Inc.; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass America Inc. is seeking an experienced finance leader to direct all accounting operations in a manufacturing environment. The role will oversee general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, and inventory accounting, while driving close processes and internal controls.

You will partner with operations and supply chain to ensure accurate costing, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management. Strong leadership and ERP proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with Accounting Principles.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cost accounting

Manufacturing accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Internal controls

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Direct and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with Accounting Principles
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive leadership.

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance:

• Assist with costing models and updating machine rates.
• Monitor inventory valuation and ensure accurate inventory accounting.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Analyze variances between actual and standard costs.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis:

• Assist with the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Oversee day to banking
• Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels to optimize cash flow.
• Support capital expenditure planning and investment analysis.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members
• Establish performance goals and accountability measures.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, production, purchasing, sales, and human resources.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Assist with annual audits, tax filings and transfer pricing reviews.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen internal control systems.
• Assist with Identifying financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position will be responsible for both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with annual revenues exceeding $25 million.
• Experience implementing or optimizing ERP systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and KPI development.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Cost & Inventory Accounting
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Strategic Planning
• Cash Flow Management
• Internal Controls
• Leadership & Team Development
• ERP Systems Management
• Business Partnership
• Process Improvement
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

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