Controller (646639)

The Planet Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Controller for a manufacturing firm located 35 minutes north of Milwaukee. The role demands a CPA with at least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in manufacturing, and offers a salary between $155,000 and $180,000, alongside a 10-15% bonus structure. The position is fully onsite and entails overseeing key financial operations, including month-end close and budgeting oversight. Ideal candidates will have a strong grasp of GAAP and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in internal controls and core accounting operations.
• Experience in budget management and financial analysis.

Skills

CPA

Manufacturing Industry Experience

Leadership within a manufacturing environment

Month-end close

General ledger expertise

Financial statement preparation

Budgeting support

Variance analysis

Cash / working capital visibility

Knowledge of GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Seeking Controller out of Manufacturing with a CPA. Range is $155000 to $180000 Base + 10-15% bonus structure. Role is 35 Minutes North of Milwaukee. OnSite Daily.

Job Title

Controller

Direct Hire

Fully onsite

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA and Manufacturing Industry Experience
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with month-end close, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and core accounting operations
• Experience managing budgeting support, variance analysis, and cash / working capital visibility

Preferred:

• CPA preferred
• Experience in a PE-backed or fast-paced middle-market environment
• Exposure to standard cost accounting / inventory accounting
• Percentage-of-completion accounting exposure is a plus, but not required
• Experience helping build process, reporting cadence, and team structure