CONTROLLER

Journal-Graphics-Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Journal Graphics, Inc. is seeking a Controller to lead financial strategy and execution in Portland, OR. You will guide budgeting, forecasting, and reporting while managing a small finance team and collaborating with executive leadership to shape the company’s future.

The role requires deep GAAP knowledge, ERP experience, and a hands-on leader who can balance detail with strategic planning. Strong communication and a commitment to integrity are essential for success in this family‑owned,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years as Controller or higher.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and sales/use tax.
• Experience managing finance in a complex ERP environment.
• CPA preferred; manufacturing or public accounting background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close and produce financial statements for leadership and board.
• Prepare annual budget and quarterly forecasts for profitable planning.
• Provide profitability analysis and strategic insights to senior management.
• Coordinate with outside accounting firm for annual review and audits.
• Oversee inventory, tax filings, and investment committee activities.
• Manage AR, cash collections, billing, and job costing processes.
• Supervise reconciliations of G/L accounts and AP/expense processes.

Skills

Finance leadership

Strategic partner

Communication

Month-end close

GAAP knowledge

Tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Word

Job description

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CONTROLLER

Portland, OR, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1041

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

Journal Graphics, Inc. | Portland, OR

Role: Controller

About Journal Graphics

Journal Graphics is a family-owned company with deep Portland roots, and that shows in how we work every day. We look out for one another, celebrate each other's wins, and tackle challenges together. We value honesty, hard work, and treating people with respect.

If you want to join a team where you'll feel welcomed from day one and can build a lasting career, you'll feel at home here.

Position Summary

The Controller is a strategic leader and trusted partner to the President, Board, and senior management. You'll oversee all financial aspects of the business, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, analysis, compliance, and financial operations, while guiding a small, dedicated team. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can roll up their sleeves on the details, see the big picture, and help shape the future of a company with deep roots and a bright path ahead.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the timely, accurate monthly close and prepare monthly financial reports (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) for the Board, senior management, and bank
• Prepare the annual budget and quarterly forecasts to guide profitable planning
• Prepare and use profitability reports to advise the President, Board, and senior management on results, challenges, and opportunities; contribute to business reviews and strategic planning
• Partner with the outside accounting firm on the annual review of financial statements and processes
• Oversee biannual physical inventory of paper, ink, plates, and other materials
• Supervise the investment committee, the annual 401(k) plan audit, and Form 5500 filing
• Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly sales and use tax filings and quarterly Oregon CAT filings
• Lead weekly AR management and cash collection through customer communication and internal collaboration
• Make customer credit decisions
• Oversee billing and job costing, including monthly review of job billings and costs
• Oversee or prepare all G/L account reconciliations
• Oversee commissions tracking and payment and the accounts payable process

Who You Are

• Leads by example: holds a high standard for accuracy and integrity
• Develops people: coaches and grows the finance team
• Strategic partner: turns numbers into clear recommendations for leadership
• Clear communicator: explains finances simple and listens well
• Steady under pressure: calm and organized through month-end and audits
• Team-first: approachable, humble, and a natural fit for a close-knit, family-owned culture

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance
• 10+ years of progressive industry finance experience, including 5+ years as Controller or higher
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, including working knowledge of GAAP
• Detailed knowledge of sales/use tax law and broad knowledge of income tax law
• Experience managing the financial side of a complex ERP system
• Intermediate Excel and Word skills (pivot tables a plus)
• Preferred: CPA, manufacturing experience, and 2+ years in public accounting

What We Offer

• Stability with a long-standing Portland employer
• Competitive pay: $120,000 – $130,000 per year, DOE

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position and use a computer keyboard and monitor for extended periods
• Occasional movement through the production facility

Journal Graphics is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.