Controller - Manufacturing

Ledgent-Finance-; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 131,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- seeks a Controller for a manufacturing environment who will lead the accounting and finance team, manage close processes, and drive internal controls. This direct-hire role offers a highly-visible leadership position with significant bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning, while partnering with executive leadership to provide strategic financial insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting and finance leadership experience.
• 4+ years of direct management experience.
• Strong manufacturing industry experience required.
• ERP systems experience with leadership in ERP transitions.
• Eligible to work in ITAR environment: U.S. Citizen, Green Card Holder, or Asylee/Refugee.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting and finance department, including direct supervision of accounting staff.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning activities.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations.
• Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies throughout the finance function.
• Lead and support ERP system implementations, upgrades, and transitions.
• Ensure accurate reporting and compliance within an ITAR-regulated environment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and other business units to support company objectives

Skills

Leadership

Finance leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller - Manufacturing (JN -092026-431274) Southington, Connecticut

Salary: USD145000 - USD145000 per year

Controller

Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead their accounting and finance team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing financial operations, driving process improvements, supporting ERP initiatives, and partnering with executive leadership to ensure the organization's financial success.

This is a Direct Hire opportunity offering a competitive salary, significant bonus potential, and an outstanding benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting and finance department, including direct supervision of accounting staff
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning activities
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations
• Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies throughout the finance function
• Lead and support ERP system implementations, upgrades, and transitions
• Ensure accurate reporting and compliance within an ITAR-regulated environment
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and other business units to support company objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting and finance leadership experience
• 4+ years of direct management experience
• Strong manufacturing industry experience required
• Public accounting experience preferred but not required
• Proven experience working with ERP systems and leading teams through ERP transitions or implementations
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Must be eligible to work within an ITAR-regulated environment:
  • U.S. Citizen, or
  • Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), or
  • Asylee/Refugee

Pay Rate

$145,000 - $150,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Additional Compensation

• Two Profit-Sharing Bonus Opportunities Annually

Schedule

• Exempt Position
• Monday through Friday
• Standard hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Fully onsite
• No remote or hybrid work available

Benefits Information

• Two annual Profit-Sharing Bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical coverage through Anthem
  • Low copays
  • Low deductibles
  • Low employee contribution costs
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4% of eligible contributions
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Additional employee benefits and wellness offerings