Controller

Australia-Employment; Town of Owasco (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules available

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Controller for a growing manufacturing client in the Greater Syracuse area (Owasco, NY), offering a hybrid work arrangement. The role oversees accounting operations, GAAP compliance, and process improvements, reporting to executive leadership.

A bachelor's degree in accounting/finance plus 5+ years' manufacturing experience and 3+ years leading teams are required. Competitive salary and bonus potential with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years leading and managing accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury Management, Payroll Administration, Financial Reporting, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting.
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close activities.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Payroll.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial records.
• Manage inventory accounting, cost accounting, and standard costing processes.
• Monitor manufacturing variances, labor costs, overhead allocations, and inventory reserves.
• Partner with operations leadership to analyze production costs, margins, and operational performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Lead and develop accounting staff and foster continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, Purchasing, and Executive Leadership.

Skills

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Treasury Management

Payroll Administration

Financial Reporting

Cost Accounting

Inventory Accounting

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Controller

$130000 - $170000 per year | Owasco, NY | Hybrid | Permanent

Strong Manufacturing Accounting Leader needed for fast growth firm / Hybrid in the Greater Syracuse area!

A bit about us:

Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee all accounting and financial operations. This individual will be responsible for managing the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Payroll functions while ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvement.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Hybrid work schedules available
• Professional Development Opportunities

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Payroll.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the company's financial records.

Manufacturing Accounting

• Manage inventory accounting, cost accounting, and standard costing processes.
• Monitor manufacturing variances, labor costs, overhead allocations, and inventory reserves.
• Partner with operations leadership to analyze production costs, margins, and operational performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners.
• Manage sales and use tax reporting and other regulatory filings.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Oversee cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Manage banking relationships, debt compliance, and treasury activities.
• Monitor liquidity and provide recommendations to optimize cash flow and financial performance.

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency through automation and best practices.
• Support ERP system enhancements and other financial process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Human Resources, Purchasing, and Executive Leadership.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years leading and managing accounting teams.
• Strong understanding of:
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Treasury Management
• Payroll Administration
• Financial Reporting
• Cost Accounting
• Inventory Accounting
• Experience leading month-end and year-end close activities.
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Preferred

• CPA and/or CMA designation.
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• ERP implementation or optimization experience.
• Experience supporting external audits and banking relationships

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy