Controller

Warren Averett Executive Search & Recruiting; Madison (AL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency in Alabama is seeking a skilled Controller to join their team. This mid-senior level position involves overseeing a range of accounting functions, including General Ledger and Financial Accounting. You will prepare monthly reports, manage daily operations, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of relevant experience and expertise in cost accounting. This role offers full-time employment in a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in a similar or related role.
• Strong background in cost accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly reporting and analyze operating costs.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable and cash management.
• Contribute to process improvements and special projects.
• Maintain costing records and perform monthly closings.
• Develop annual budgets and manage financial audits.
• Verify inventories of raw materials and finished goods.

Skills

Cost accounting expertise

Financial reporting proficiency

Strong leadership abilities

Computer hardware/software skills

Collaboration across departments

Job description

Controller

Warren Averett Recruiting is partnering with a client seeking an experienced Controller to join their team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will oversee a broad range of accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance across General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Financial Accounting, and Cash Management. The Controller will play a key role in preparing monthly operating and cost reports, managing daily accounting activities, and developing comprehensive reporting packages to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Monthly Reporting: Prepare and analyze operating and cost accounting reports, including raw material usage, journal entries, account reconciliations, CIP, and Fixed Asset recording.
• Daily Operations: Oversee accounts payable/receivable, cash management, and create reporting packages for leadership.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to safety initiatives, process improvement teams, and special projects as assigned by the CFO.
• Costing & Closings: Maintain costing records and spreadsheets, ensuring accurate monthly journal entries and closings.
• Budgeting & Audit: Develop annual budgets and manage the annual financial audit process.
• Inventory Control: Verify inventories of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

Performance Expectations

• Strong computer hardware/software skills preferred.
• Complete all required training as determined by management and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a similar or related role, with a strong background in cost accounting.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting, and compliance standards.
• Leadership: Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across departments.

Warren Averett is an equal opportunity employer. We hire, promote and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, military service, disability, age, or any other unlawful basis.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry

Human Resources Services