Controller

CFS; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Minnesota is seeking a Controller to lead the financial direction of a growing manufacturing organization. This high-impact role offers direct partnership with the CFO, ownership of the accounting function, and opportunities to strengthen reporting and financial performance.

You will drive GAAP-compliant statements, oversee month-end close, monitor cash flow, lead budgeting and forecasting, and implement process improvements across departments with executive visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in accounting.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliation experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and lead the accounting team.
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements and reports.
• Manage month-end close, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Monitor cash flow, banking activity, and balance sheet integrity.
• Lead budgeting and financial planning with leadership.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Financial reporting

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Take the lead in shaping the financial direction of a growing manufacturing organization. This is a high-impact Controller role offering direct partnership with executive leadership and the opportunity to strengthen processes, reporting, and overall financial performance.

Controller

Salary: $110,000 - $130,000

Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out

• Partner directly with the CFO and executive leadership team on strategic financial decisions
• Take ownership of the accounting function and help drive operational improvements
• Lead key financial processes that directly impact business performance
• Gain visibility across multiple departments and business operations
• Influence budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives

Key Responsibilities For The Controller

• Oversee daily accounting operations and provide leadership to the accounting team
• Prepare financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP standards
• Manage month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial analysis
• Monitor cash flow, banking activity, and balance sheet integrity
• Lead budgeting efforts and partner with leadership on financial planning
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Qualifications For The Controller

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong financial reporting, analysis, and reconciliation experience

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