Controller - Defense Manufacturing Finance Leader

Insight Global; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global’s client in Shawnee, OK is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting functions and drive financial strategy for a defense engineering and manufacturing organization.

You will oversee budgeting, close processes, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, mentor accounting staff, and partner with executives to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Responsibilities listed in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting functions, including AP, AR, Cost Accounting, Payroll, Cash Management, and Inventory.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, government contract requirements, and internal controls.
• Resolve accounting issues, identify root causes, and implement process improvements.
• Coordinate external audits and maintain required financial and audit documentation.
• Oversee inventory controls, cycle counts, and annual physical inventories.
• Present financial results and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Develop, train, and mentor accounting staff while partnering with leaders to improve business processes and efficiency.

Job description

Insight Global’s client in Shawnee, OK is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting functions and drive financial strategy for a defense engineering and manufacturing organization.

You will oversee budgeting, close processes, regulatory compliance, and internal controls, mentor accounting staff, and partner with executives to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.