Controller (Manufacturing)

LeoForce; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid flexibility

Job summary

LeoForce, an established manufacturing organization, seeks a Senior Finance Leader to oversee accounting, FP&A, and budget management. You will partner with senior leadership to design and enforce policies, ensure GAAP compliance, and drive financial reporting across the enterprise.

The role requires five+ years in accounting or finance, a Bachelor's in a related field, and experience with ERP and financial systems. CPA or MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• CPA certification and/or MBA preferred.
• Manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Outlook and Word required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coordination across accounting, financial planning, and budget management functions for an established manufacturing organization.
• Partner with leadership and external resources to develop and execute accounting and financial reporting programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure accounting practices and controls remain compliant with GAAP and applicable financial regulations.
• Provide timely and effective support across all areas of accounting and finance.
• Lead and manage the month-end close process.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting and financial regulations.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee financial reporting, including balance sheets, income statements, and internal and external financial statements.
• Coordinate tax return preparation and support income tax compliance.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support corporate decision-making.
• Prepare financial forecasts, projections, and performance reports.
• Perform and oversee account reconciliations.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Establish and recommend financial performance benchmarks.
• Partner closely with senior financial leadership on accounting and finance initiatives.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Analyze production costs, material consumption, inventory levels, and related manufacturing financial data.

Skills

GAAP & financial controls

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Auditing coordination

Decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum 5 years accounting/finance experience

CPA and/or MBA preferred

Manufacturing accounting experience

ERP systems experience

Advanced Excel proficiency

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $120,000 - $155,000 per year

Cleveland,OH, US

Job Details

• Provide leadership and coordination across accounting, financial planning, and budget management functions for an established manufacturing organization. Partner with leadership and external resources to develop and execute accounting and financial reporting programs, policies, and procedures. Ensure accounting practices and controls remain compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable financial regulations.
• Position Responsibilities
• Provide timely and effective support across all areas of accounting and finance.
• Lead and manage the month-end close process.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting and financial regulations.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee financial reporting, including balance sheets, income statements, and internal and external financial statements.
• Coordinate tax return preparation and support income tax compliance.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support corporate decision-making.
• Prepare financial forecasts, projections, and performance reports.
• Perform and oversee account reconciliations.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Establish and recommend financial performance benchmarks.
• Partner closely with senior financial leadership on accounting and finance initiatives.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Analyze production costs, material consumption, inventory levels, and related manufacturing financial data.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost control, GAAP, and standard cost systems.
• Knowledge of automated accounting and financial reporting systems.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports, statements, forecasts, and projections.
• Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting, forecasting, and product-line analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Sound business judgment and confident decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring capabilities.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• CPA certification and/or MBA preferred.
• Manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Outlook and Word required.

A bit about us:

Our client is an established manufacturing organization known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across a variety of demanding industries. With a strong focus on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and collaboration, they provide an environment where professionals can make a meaningful impact while supporting long-term growth and success.

Why join us?

• Make a direct impact on financial strategy, operations, and business performance.
• Grow your career through leadership opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with employer matching.
• Join a collaborative, employee-focused culture with recognition programs and hybrid flexibility for eligible roles.