Controller

NPAworldwide; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a growing industrial products manufacturer, seeks a site Controller in Northfield, Minnesota. You will lead the finance team, partner with the General Manager, ensure financial integrity, and drive profitability and cash flow for the site.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and US GAAP, with a track record of audits, process improvements, and building scalable accounting capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, GL management, month-end close, budgeting and forecasting.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounting and Finance Department, monthly close, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and audits.
• Establish and maintain controls and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Drive profitability, cash flow and long-term performance at the site.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital; develop business cases for investments; assess foreign-exchange impacts.

Skills

Manufacturing finance

Cost accounting

GAAP knowledge

Audits

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

CPA preferred

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a growing industrial products manufacturer and a technology leader in their markets.

The position will be based in Northfield, Minnesota and is responsible for the total finance and accounting function of the site. This site leader is an integral member of the management team, acting as a critical business partner to the General Manager.

The Controller will lead and oversee the finance team, ensuring all accounting and financial processes comply with corporate standards, while also acting as a strategic partner to drive initiatives that enhance profitability, cash flow management and support long‑term growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Accounting and Finance Department, ensuring the accurate and timely completion of monthly financial close, internal and external financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and annual audits.
• Establish and maintain systems and controls that safeguard company assets, ensuring integrity of all processes and data and compliance with the Internal Controls program.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, local and country regulations, US GAAP, tax, customs, and trade compliance.
• Maximize financial returns by overseeing the financial aspects of the assigned site or business segment and proactively driving actions to improve profitability, cash flow, and long‑term performance.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital; develop business cases for investments; evaluate risks; understand foreign‑exchange and currency impacts; support quotes; and work with customers to achieve high site performance.
• Identify and develop opportunities for process improvements and finance digitization efforts.
• Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business and financial positions, including income, expenses, and earnings.
• Drive HR strategies, talent development, coaching, mentoring, and cultural actions to recruit and retain a qualified, motivated, and high‑performing workforce.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, general ledger management, month‑end close, budgeting, forecasting, and working‑capital management.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting requirements, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience leading internal and external audits and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to drive financial performance, support strategic business decisions, and partner effectively with operational and executive leadership.
• Proven track record of improving finance processes, strengthening controls, increasing automation, and building scalable accounting and finance capabilities.
• Experience leading, developing, and building high‑performing accounting or finance teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, CPA preferred, MBA preferred.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an operationally oriented manufacturing finance professional. The selected individual will direct internal and offshore staff, work with multiple facilities, and be part of the management team. The business is growing and management believes there are possibilities to accelerate the current growth.

Salary

• Type: Annual Salary
• Minimum: $135,000
• Maximum: $150,000
• Currency: USD