Controller

L&M Corrugated Container; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L&M Corrugated Container is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the accounting team and partner closely with our CFO on strategy, performance, and growth. This role blends day-to-day accounting leadership with strategic input in a growing manufacturing environment.

You will oversee financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, audits, and process improvements while playing a critical role in shaping the business's future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• 2-3+ years of experience in a financial management or accounting leadership role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting.
• Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and inventory.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and support a team.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the bigger business picture.
• Corrugated packaging or related industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting team and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting.
• Partner with the CFO on financial strategy, business decisions, and process improvements.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly and annual financial statements.
• Manage cost accounting processes and ensure accurate product costing.
• Lead annual budgeting and financial planning process.
• Oversee fixed assets and capital budgeting decisions; support investments.
• Oversee inventory control and reconciliation; manage audits with external auditors.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Controller

Full-Time | On-Site

Lead the Accounting Function. Influence the Business. Grow into Executive Leadership.

Are you a hands-on accounting leader who wants more than managing the numbers—you want the opportunity to help shape the business?

L&M Corrugated is seeking a Controller to lead our Accounting team and partner closely with our CFO on financial strategy, operational performance, and long-term growth.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee the day-to-day accounting function while also having a voice in bigger-picture business decisions. From financial reporting and cost accounting to budgeting, audits, capital planning, and process improvement, you'll play an important role in helping L&M continue to grow.

For someone interested in taking the next step in their career, this position also offers a path toward future executive leadership.

Why Join L&M?

• Direct Partnership with the CFO
• Path to Executive Leadership
• Meaningful Ownership of the Accounting Function
• Opportunity to Influence Strategic Business Decisions
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Growing Family-Owned Company with a Team-Oriented Culture

What You'll Do

As Controller, you'll lead the accounting team and own the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of L&M's financial reporting while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the accounting team through coaching, guidance, and performance feedback
• Partnering closely with the CFO on financial strategy, business decisions, and process improvements
• Preparing, analyzing, and presenting accurate monthly and annual financial statements
• Managing cost accounting processes and ensuring accurate product costing
• Leading the annual budgeting and financial planning process
• Managing fixed assets and supporting capital budgeting and investment decisions
• Overseeing inventory control, physical inventory counts, and reconciliation
• Coordinating and leading the annual audit process with external auditors
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting requirements
• Preparing financial reporting for lending, compliance, and other business needs
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction, improved controls, and greater efficiency
• Supporting the continued development of accounting processes, systems, and reporting
• Collaborating with Quality, Operations, and other departments to support company-wide goals
• Performing other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• CPA strongly preferred
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• 2-3+ years of experience in a financial management or accounting leadership role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting
• Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and inventory
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and support a team
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the bigger business picture
• Proficiency with accounting and reporting systems and Microsoft Office
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Corrugated packaging or related industry experience is a plus

Make an Impact at L&M

At L&M Corrugated, the Controller is more than the person responsible for the financial statements. You'll serve as a key partner to the CFO, lead an important business function, and help provide the financial insight needed to guide company decisions.

As L&M continues to grow, this role offers the opportunity to grow with us—developing your strategic leadership skills, expanding your influence across the organization, and positioning yourself for future executive leadership.

If you're a hands-on accounting leader who is ready to take ownership, develop a team, and have a meaningful voice in the future of a growing family-owned company, we'd love to hear from you.