Controller

Anderson Frank; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Frank, a fast-growing manufacturing company, seeks an experienced Controller with strong NetSuite expertise to lead accounting and financial operations. You will drive cost accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls while mentoring the accounting team.

The role requires hands-on leadership, GAAP proficiency, and collaboration with operations to improve profitability and reporting dashboards. Onsite in Seneca, SC, reporting to the CFO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• 7+ years in accounting/finance with 3+ years in a controller leadership role.
• Manufacturing experience with cost accounting and internal controls.
• Hands-on NetSuite ERP experience and GAAP know-how.
• Strong Excel skills and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Lead month-end and year-end close with accurate financial statements.
• Develop internal controls and accounting policies.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and budgeting processes.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions.
• Lead ERP optimization and cross-functional process improvements.

Skills

NetSuite experience

Manufacturing accounting

Leadership

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA designation (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Controller - NetSuite Experience Required

Location: Seneca, South Carolina

Reports To: CFO

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Position Summary

We are partnering with a fast growing manufacturing company seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls, along with advanced experience utilizing NetSuite ERP.

This leadership role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing the accounting team, overseeing month-end and year-end close processes, driving process improvements, and providing financial insights that support strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.

Manufacturing & Cost Accounting

• Manage standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and product costing.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor efficiencies, material usage, and overhead allocations.
• Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Monitor inventory controls and reconcile inventory transactions.
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Optimize financial processes and reporting within NetSuite.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and management reports.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve ERP workflows and system efficiencies.
• Support future system enhancements, integrations, and reporting initiatives.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial regulations.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting requirements.
• Maintain documentation and controls to support audit readiness.
• Assist with banking relationships, lender reporting, and covenant compliance.

Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide financial guidance to executive leadership and department managers.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 3+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting leadership role.
• Manufacturing industry experience required.
• Strong experience with cost accounting and inventory management.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred

• CPA or CMA designation.
• Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments.
• Experience with ERP implementations, process improvements, or system integrations.
• Private equity-backed or high-growth manufacturing experience.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Leadership and team development
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment