Controller

Extension, Inc; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Controller for a direct hire role in Hartland, WI. The role involves full scope accounting management, financial reporting, budgeting, and oversight of multiple business entities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and experience in manufacturing, with preferred knowledge of JobBOSS and QuickBooks. Competitive salary range from $90,000 to $130,000.

Qualifications

• Proactive and hands-on leadership in finance and accounting.
• Strong analytical skills for financial reporting.
• Ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting activities including general ledger.
• Prepare financial statements and analyze performance trends.
• Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Modernize accounting processes with digital tools.
• Handle financial operations across multiple entities.
• Oversee payment of health insurance and benefits.
• Review and process expense reports.
• Communicate financial insights effectively with leadership.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing

JobBOSS

QuickBooks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

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Extension is seeking a Controller for a DIRECT HIRE opportunity with one of our clients located in Hartland, WI.

We are seeking a proactive, hands-on Controller to lead the accounting and finance function across multiple business entities, including manufacturing operations, rental properties, and a retail venture. This is a solo role with high visibility and impact, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Objectives / Role Responsibilities

• Full-Scope Accounting: Manage all accounting activities including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare accurate financial statements and reports; analyze performance trends and provide actionable insights.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Cost Management: Identify and evaluate cost-saving opportunities; present recommendations constructively and professionally.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Drive modernization of accounting processes, including transitioning from manual systems to more efficient digital tools.
• Multi-Entity Oversight: Handle financial operations for multiple business units, including manufacturing, real estate holdings, and a retail location.
• Benefits Coordination: Oversee payment of health insurance and other benefit-related expenses.
• Expense Management: Review and process expense reports; coordinate with leadership on approvals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Communicate effectively with ownership and leadership, balancing financial insight with cultural alignment.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing; experience with JobBOSS and QuickBooks is highly preferred.
• Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA is a plus but not required.

This is an onsite position located in Hartland, WI.

No payroll processing is required.

The role does not include direct reports; this is a solo contributor position.

Salary Information

• $90,000-$130,000

We’re looking forward to connecting with you and are excited to help you make your next career move!

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Manufacturing

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