Corporate Controller

Peninsula Fiber Network, LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) retirement plan with company‑mi

Life insurance.

Paid time off.

Paid holidays.

Job summary

NYCOA is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting and financial operations in Manchester, NH. This senior role requires hands‑on financial leadership with deep manufacturing experience to guide day‑to‑day accounting and provide strategic insights to executives.

The ideal candidate has extensive manufacturing finance, cost accounting, US GAAP, budgeting, cash management, and internal controls experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with manufacturing focus.
• Strong manufacturing cost accounting, variance analysis, and operational reporting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA not specified.
• Broad US GAAP knowledge, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.
• ERP evaluation, implementation, or upgrade experience.
• Advanced accounting systems proficiency; Paychex Payroll is a plus.
• Audit experience in public or private sectors is required.
• Proven leadership of accounting teams and collaboration with executives.
• Hands-on, analytical, proactive approach with strong judgment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions: billing, AR, AP, GL, payroll, cost accounting, inventory, treasury.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, year-end closes and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Prepare statements, cash forecasts, budgets, forecasts, and analyses for executives.
• Lead annual budgeting/forecasting with department partners.
• Maintain and improve job costing, standard costing, inventory controls, and variance reporting.
• Partner with plant/production leadership to drive cost improvements and profitability.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury activities.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings and regulatory reporting.
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls and ERP transition leadership.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team; drive accountability and collaboration.
• Support strategic financial initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing finance

US GAAP knowledge

Budgeting & forecasting

ERP systems

Leadership

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Paychex Payroll

Job description

NYCOA is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting and financial operations at our Manchester, New Hampshire facility. This is a senior leadership role for a hands‑on financial professional with deep manufacturing experience who can oversee day‑to‑day accounting while also providing strategic financial insight to executive leadership.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, US GAAP, budgeting, cash management, financial analysis, and internal controls. You will work closely with executive and operational leadership, guide the accounting team, and play a key role in upcoming ERP system improvements.

If you are an experienced manufacturing finance leader who enjoys digging into the numbers, improving processes, partnering with operations, and helping leadership make better business decisions, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact within an established manufacturing organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Financial Leadership & Reporting: Oversee all accounting functions, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, payroll, cost accounting, inventory management, and treasury.
• Financial Close & Compliance: Lead monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes and ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with US GAAP.
• Financial Analysis & Executive Reporting: Prepare financial statements, cash forecasts, borrowing‑base reports, budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses for executive leadership.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process while partnering with department leaders to develop accurate financial plans.
• Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Analysis: Maintain and improve job costing, standard costing, inventory controls, and manufacturing variance reporting across labor, material, and overhead.
• Operational Partnership: Work closely with plant and production leadership to identify cost drivers, improve processes, evaluate performance, and support profitability.
• Cash & Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, banking relationships, credit facilities, lender reporting, and other treasury activities.
• Audit, Tax & Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate annual audits, tax preparation, regulatory filings, and other local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
• Internal Controls: Develop, maintain, and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and maintain audit readiness.
• ERP & Systems Leadership: Lead the transition from legacy accounting systems to a modern ERP platform, including evaluation, implementation, process development, and adoption.
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the accounting and finance team while promoting accountability, accuracy, and collaboration.
• Strategic Projects: Support executive leadership with special financial analyses, process improvements, and other strategic initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including significant experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing Accounting: Strong background in job costing, standard costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variance analysis, and operational financial reporting.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• Financial Expertise: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and financial analysis.
• ERP Experience: Demonstrated experience evaluating, implementing, upgrading, or leading major ERP/accounting system initiatives.
• Systems & Technology: Advanced proficiency with accounting and financial systems. Experience with Paychex Payroll is a plus.
• Audit Experience: Previous public or private audit experience required.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead accounting teams, partner with executive leadership, and take ownership of company‑wide financial operations.
• Approach: Hands‑on, analytical, organized, and proactive, with strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to turn financial information into actionable business insight.

LOCATION:

This is a full‑time, 100% onsite position in Manchester, New Hampshire.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

NYCOA offers competitive executive‑level compensation based on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

About NYCOA:

With over 50 years of specialty nylon polymerization and manufacturing experience, NYCOA is committed to providing world‑class quality products, product development assistance, technical support, and superior service to every customer. Our mission is to deliver specialty nylon solutions through a commitment to quality, continuous improvement, customer focus, and innovation.

NYCOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.