Controller

Mediareach Advertising; Windsor (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ARXIS is seeking a Business Unit Controller to partner with the General Manager and lead financial operations for the unit. Responsibilities include monthly close, balance sheet, income statement, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in compliance with US GAAP.

Hybrid role in Windsor Locks, CT or Culver City, CA, requiring 7+ years in finance, CPA/CMA/MBA preferred, manufacturing experience, and leadership of finance staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field is required.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance/accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years in a plant controller or finance leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own enterprise risk management including credit policies and internal control frameworks.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and OneStream reporting.
• Ensure SOX compliance and ERP integrity.
• Oversee payroll, disbursements, and financial statement preparation under US GAAP.
• Provide financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic insights.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel advanced

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Variance analysis

ROI analysis

ERP systems

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CPA or CMA or MBA (preferred)

Job description

Company Overview

The Electronic Component Segment of ARXIS brings together the industry’s most distinguished electronics and manufacturing experts, in an elite portfolio of complementary design, engineering and manufacturing businesses. Our teams collaborate closely with customers, consulting engineer‑to‑engineer, on the most mission‑critical applications across RF and microwave, power, sensing and advanced electronic systems. Ohmega Ticer manufactures OhmegaPly® Resistor‑Conductor Material (RCM) and ships globally to leading copper clad laminators and printed circuit fabricators.

Description

Our organization focuses on providing cutting‑edge solutions in high‑performance electronics, utilizing advanced design and manufacturing capabilities. We serve industries that demand reliability and precision, delivering products that power mission‑critical systems worldwide.

Position Function

The Business Unit Controller plays a crucial role in supporting the organization both operationally and strategically. The role collaborates proactively with the Business Unit General Manager, managing financial aspects of the business and performing daily, weekly and monthly financial activities to produce monthly financial statements. Responsibilities include generating accurate, timely, and complete financial information each month—Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Budget‑to‑Actual Variance Analysis, and other required reports. The controller provides administrative and accounting leadership, supporting budget management, financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and strategic goals essential to the company’s objectives. This position can be located in Culver City, CA or Windsor Locks, CT, in a hybrid arrangement (2 days onsite/3 remote).

Job Duties

• Own enterprise risk management, including credit policies and internal control frameworks.
• Act as the business unit’s primary representative to financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Own all financial reporting, including internal and external reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including a 7‑day month‑end close, reconciliations, and OneStream reporting.
• Ensure SOX compliance through design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls and audit trails.
• Own the ERP accounting system, ensuring accurate transaction processing, general ledger integrity, and strong system controls.
• Drive financial systems optimization, automation, and data integrity to improve efficiency and transparency.
• Own cash flow management, including forecasting, monitoring, and liquidity planning.
• Provide financial analysis and insights, including margin and variance analysis, to support business performance and strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop finance staff, including performance management and goal setting aligned with organizational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial and operational processes.
• Own audit and tax compliance, including coordination of annual audits and support for 401(k)/EBP audits.
• Oversee payroll operations, including approval of payroll processing, journal entries, and labor allocations.
• Prepare and review financial, operational, and statistical reports, including reconciliations and ad‑hoc analyses.
• Approve and oversee all disbursement activities, including ACH, wire transfers, and check payments.
• Provide overall leadership and oversight of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Requirements

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required). CPA, CMA, or MBA (preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance/accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years as a plant controller or finance leadership role.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cost account and inventory management.
• Lead financial audit.
• Aerospace & Defense industry experience a plus.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of accounting principles GAAP; proficiency in financial systems; advanced Excel and data analysis skills; familiarity with financial modeling, variance analysis, and ROI analysis.
• Leadership Skills: Strong business acumen and analytical skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and partner with cross‑functional teams; proven leadership and team management abilities; high attention to detail and strong organizational skills; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; ability to support and own multi‑disciplinary activities.