Controller

NW Staffing; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Staffing Resources seeks a senior finance professional to lead accounting operations for a Portland-area manufacturer in Tigard, OR. You will own monthly close, reporting, cash flow, and internal controls while partnering with production, operations, and sales to drive profitability.

The role focuses on costing, pricing, margin visibility, and process improvements with hands-on leadership of the accounting team. A CPA/MBA is a plus; 7+ years in manufacturing accounting is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA or MBA is preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience in manufacturing accounting and cost analysis required.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and monthly close, reconciliations, cash flow management, and general ledger accuracy.
• Develop and optimize costing and pricing models using production data to improve margins.
• Analyze performance to identify profitability drivers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive FP&A processes, forecasting, modeling, and reports; optimize ERP/MRP and QuickBooks.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting

Costing & pricing

Financial reporting

Leadership

Forecasting & modeling

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP/MRP systems

Excel advanced

Job description

Take the lead on financial strategy, costing, and growth for a respected Portland-area manufacturer. SALARY: $105k+/yr. DOELOCATION: Tigard, ORSCHEDULE: Full-time; Monday-Friday | 8:00am-5:00pmWHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLEDirect Access to Leadership: Work closely with the Company President and senior leaders, turning financial data into decisions that shape the company’s future.Real Impact on Profitability: Own costing, pricing, and margin analysis that directly influence operations, efficiency, and growth.Hands-On Leadership: Lead the accounting function today while building the processes and team needed for tomorrow.Manufacturing-Focused Work: Partner with production, operations, and sales leaders in a role that goes far beyond month-end close. WHAT YOU’LL DOLead accounting operations and financial reporting, including monthly close, reconciliations, cash flow management, general ledger accuracy, and financial controls.Develop and optimize costing and pricing models using material, labor, overhead, inventory, and production data to improve margin visibility and pricing decisions.Analyze financial and operational performance to identify profitability drivers, margin erosion, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvements.Drive financial planning and systems improvement, including forecasting, financial modeling, scenario planning, reporting automation, and optimization of QuickBooks and ERP/MRP systems.WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA is a plus.Strong manufacturing accounting expertise, including inventory, WIP, job costing, standard costing, financial reporting, and operational cost analysis.Advanced systems and financial management skills, including QuickBooks, ERP/MRP systems, month-end close, general ledger accounting, cash-flow forecasting, and financial reporting.Proven leadership and analytical capabilities, with experience developing accounting/finance teams, improving processes and reporting, and partnering with outside CPAs, auditors, and business leaders.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOffice-based position requiring regular computer, financial-system, and reporting work. Must be able to communicate and collaborate with office, operations, and production teams.READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?This position is offered through NW Staffing Resources. Simply select ‘Apply Online’ at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 503-643-7574IND1