Corporate Controller

Nbutexas; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Manufacturing Company in the Kansas City metro area seeks a Controller to lead accounting and FP&A. The role partners with senior leadership to drive reporting, budgeting, forecasting and risk management.

The Controller will oversee GAAP-compliant financial management, ERP/BI tooling, and support quarterly external reporting and annual audits. Requires 7+ years in manufacturing, CPA/CMA, and strong Excel/analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA/CMA preferred; MBA a plus.
• 7+ years manufacturing accounting/FP&A experience.
• ERP implementation and multi-currency exposure preferred.
• Strong communication with senior management and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and financial planning and analysis for the company.
• Partner with functional leadership to drive improvement and manage risk.
• Ensure GAAP-compliant reporting and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Manage ERP and BI tools to maximize financial visibility and accuracy.
• Support quarterly external reporting and annual audit processes.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Multi-currency experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in Accounting

CPA/CMA preferred

MBA in Finance/Accounting a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller — Confidential Manufacturing Company

Industry: Manufacturing

Location: Kansas City Metro Area, Missouri

Overview

This position reports to the CFO of a growing manufacturing company and is responsible for managing the accounting and financial planning and analysis for the company overall. The Controller will partner with functional leadership positions across the organization, focusing on all key accounting, financial, and operational aspects of the business. This position will focus not only on accurate and timely accounting but proactive financial analysis including key performance indicators that will drive continuous improvement and manage risk.

Major Responsibilities:

The Controller is responsible for all accounting and financial management in accordance with GAAP and includes balance sheet and income statement management; financial planning and analysis; payroll management; cash and liquidity management; contract performance and pricing analysis; forecasting; budgeting; and company asset and risk management. The Controller will utilize the company's ERP system and business intelligence tools to maximize financial visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across the organization. The Controller is also responsible for supporting timely and accurate quarterly reporting to relevant external parties along with the annual audit by an independent CPA firm.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• B.S. Degree in Accounting
• CPA/CMA highly preferred
• MBA in Finance/Accounting a plus
• Minimum +7 years in a Manufacturing environment
• Prior experience as an accounting manager or plant controller highly preferred
• Experience in implementing and managing ERP systems a must (experience with major ERP platforms a plus)
• Experience with multiple currencies highly preferred
• Experience with multiple companies/locations highly preferred
• Strong work ethic and initiative/commitment to getting the job done
• Ability to effectively communicate across the organization, including senior management along with external partners
• Highly experienced in Excel and database mining skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Ability to move into the CFO role within 7 years

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation competitive and commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus plan based on company performance and individual performance against goals and objectives
• Benefits include Medical/Dental/Disability/Vacation/401K match

JOB ID: 180034#post

Alex Savas