Controller

Ushers / Aalberts surface technologies-machining solutions; South Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ushers Machine and Tool Co., Inc. / Aalberts Surface Technologies – Machining Solutions in Greenville, SC is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead our finance and accounting function in a manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes cost accounting, monthly close, and strategic financial decisions, with CPA/CMA preferred. You will partner with leadership to drive profitability, implement internal controls, and automate reporting while traveling domestically as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10 years of financial experience, preferably cost accounting in manufacturing.
• CPA and/or CMA strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial activities across the business.
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory standards, and manufacturing variances.
• Drive monthly close, financial reporting, EBITDA forecasting, and cash flow forecasting.
• Analyze financial performance and turn the numbers into actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Oversee inventory, reconciliations, audits, internal controls, and capital expenditures.
• Support annual operating plans and strategic financial decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, automation, profitability, and business performance.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Decision-making

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

5–10 years of financial experience

CPA CMA strongly preferred

Job description

Description

WE’RE HIRING: CONTROLLER

Are you a finance leader who knows that accounting is about more than balancing the books?

We’re looking for a Controller to lead our finance and accounting function and help drive smart, profitable growth in a manufacturing environment.

What you’ll own:

• Lead accounting and financial activities across the business
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory standards, and manufacturing variances
• Drive monthly close, financial reporting, EBITDA forecasting, and cash-flow forecasting
• Analyze financial performance and turn the numbers into actionable recommendations for leadership
• Oversee inventory, reconciliations, audits, internal controls, and capital expenditures
• Support annual operating plans and strategic financial decisions
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, automation, profitability, and business performance

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–10 years of financial experience
• Strong preference for cost accounting experience in manufacturing
• CPA and/or CMA strongly preferred
• Excellent analytical, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills
• Someone who can work independently, manage competing priorities, and isn't afraid to dig into the numbers

Why this role matters:

You won’t just be reporting what happened—you’ll help leadership understand why it happened, what it means, and what we should do next.

If you’re a hands‑on financial leader who enjoys manufacturing, problem‑solving, and making the numbers work for the business, we want to hear from you.

Greenville, SC
Full‑Time | Exempt
Controller | Finance

Ushers Machine and Tool Co., Inc. / Aalberts Surface Technologies – Machining Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Requirements

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

• Responsible for all business accounting and financial activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial leadership across all business sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure controllership and consistency of finance and accounting processes across all business sites
• Manage all cost accounting activities, including inventory standard setting and analysis of manufacturing variances
• Oversee the monthly closing process, financial reporting, EBITDA forecasting, and cash flow forecasting
• Provide analysis and recommendations to drive profitable growth; report key metrics and advise leadership
• Ensure accurate monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support controls testing and audits

SPECIFIC DUTIES ASSIGNED:

• Support capital expenditure budgets and spending
• Oversee annual physical inventory and reconciliation
• Support the development of the annual operating plan
• Arrange for audits of company accounts
• Develop and maintain internal control processes
• Leverage IT systems to automate reporting and facilitate analysis
• Follow all corporate policies to ensure compliance with standards
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial ledger results
• Monitor inventory levels, productivity, absorption, and obsolete inventory
• Travel domestically and internationally on short notice as needed

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, understand, and communicate daily job assignments, priorities, and work instruction
• Organize, clean, and maintain area tools, and equipment daily
• Assure all department work centers and related areas are safely maintained, clean, and organized
• Performs all work within the scope of abilities under all quality and safety policies and practices
• Establish and maintain effective, positive, and professional communication with all co‑workers
• Notify management or EHS of all injuries, illnesses, and near-misses as soon as possible
• Willingly performs other duties as trained and able

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct supervision of department employees
• Involvement with interviews, hiring, directing work, performance appraisals, and addressing concerns
• Encourage team building, promote employee strength, and demonstrate strong leadership skills

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution
• 5–10 years of financial experience, preferably in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and/or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) strongly preferred

CORE VALUES:

Be an Entrepreneur: Drive financial strategies that support innovation and sustainable growth

Take Ownership: Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting

Go for Excellence: Uphold the highest standards in budgeting, forecasting, and analysis

Share and Learn: Foster a culture of knowledge sharing within the finance team and across departments.

Act with Integrity: Maintain compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS:

• Must have:
• Ability to work independently; to make good, sound, and timely decisions; to exercise proper judgment and discretion
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with keen attention to detail, strong analytical and reasoning skills
• Ability to understand, track, organize and successfully complete multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact diplomatically with employees, customers, and associates
• Ability to handle and process information in a timely and confidential manner
• Ability to identify and secure new business, new revenue, and funding
• Ability to sustain high energy and enthusiasm with the appropriate level of urgency as needed
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand all manner of administration, management, financial, etc. documents/terms
• Ability to learn and accurately use all company computer enterprise resource planning and other software programs
• Ability to receive and understand training by various methods: i.e., oral, written, on-the-job, computer-based, etc.
• Ability to create and maintain documentation for reports, procedures, and databases
• Ability to work a schedule of extended and flexible hours; a willingness to travel
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner over long and short distances
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to diverse groups in varied venues and communities
• Excellent writing and public speaking skills and the ability to communicate professionally, objectively, and effectively
• Sufficient ability to read, write and speak in English and be understood; and to follow instructions
• Sufficient visual acuity (corrected) to be able to read and view paperwork, printouts, ledgers, computer screens, etc.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to type and operate office equipment as related to fulfilling assigned duties
• Ability to create, uphold and comply with the company Mission, Safety and Quality policies to the letter of each

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must have speaking ability; and sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics to enable and adequately perform the job
• Must be able to sit/stand continuously on a daily basis
• Must be able to twist, turn, bend, and reach freely without pain or discomfort
• Must have sufficient dexterity in both hands and arms to perform routine typing and operate office equipment
• Physical activity: Sitting, walking, standing, typing, holding, grasping, etc. approximately 85% of time
• Bending, reaching outwards and above shoulders, and lifting twenty pounds unassisted approximately 15% of time

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Job activities are generally performed in a lighted and ventilated office and/or factory environment.

One will be exposed to changes in ambient temperature, noise, and dust without abnormal hazards or risks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.