Controller

Vaco by Highspring; Willow Grove (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Discretionary Bonuses

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Controller to oversee financial operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This pivotal role involves leading a team, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in manufacturing accounting and public accounting to drive financial reporting excellence and support strategic initiatives. Join a collaborative team where your leadership and expertise will contribute to the company's growth and success. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a rewarding environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience in manufacturing with strong GAAP knowledge.
• Experience leading teams and managing internal control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 to manage cash flow, budgets, and financial reporting.
• Support external auditors and assist with due diligence for acquisitions.

Skills

GAAP

Financial Reporting

Compliance

Consolidations

Public Accounting Experience

Manufacturing Industry Accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA Certification

Tools

ERP Systems

Automation Software

Job description

Vaco is working with an industry-leading manufacturing company that is looking for a Controller. Ideal candidates will have some public accounting experience and about 10 years of manufacturing industry general ledger accounting experience. This person will lead a team of 5 and be responsible for improving and maintaining the internal control system along with the accounting and reporting systems. We need someone well versed in GAAP, financial reporting, compliance, and consolidations. Experience with a mid-sized or large ERP system is important and any knowledge of more modern automation software for entries and reconciliations would be a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Working with Treasury and FP&A teams to manage cash flow, create budgets, forecasts, and reporting.
2. Supporting external auditors, the CPA firm for tax returns, and the benefits team.
3. Assisting with due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions.
4. Participating in systems and team integration projects upon acquisition completion.
5. Coaching, training, mentoring, and developing staff.
6. Ability to lead the month-end close while effectively delegating duties on a well communicated timeline.

If you are interested, please apply and we will schedule a confidential phone call to discuss this opening and our client in more detail including sector, industry, target market, annual revenue, and their capital structure.

Compensation and Benefits:

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Seniority Level:

Director

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:

Accounting/Auditing

Industries:

Manufacturing