Corporate Controller

Thompson Fabrication; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Dis.

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Thompson Fabrication is seeking a Corporate Controller in Pennsylvania to lead the Finance Department, oversee GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and drive operational finance across the organization. The role reports to the CEO and requires strategic leadership across multiple functions.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing, ERP implementation, and a CPA/CGMA or MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting responsibilities.
• Experience in PE-backed manufacturing environments preferred.
• ERP implementation and administration experience is highly valued.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise and Excel; Avalara or similar sales tax tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complete accounting and sub accounting cost analysis for all product lines.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close process.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Internal controls

ERP administration

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

MBA

CPA/CGMA

Tools

Acumatica ERP

QuickBooks Enterprise

Avalara (sales tax)

Excel

Cloud-based business software

Job description

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Corporate Controller

Full Time Senior Management Pennsylvania, Wheatland, PA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1043

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $175,000.00 Annually

An expanding steel fabrication and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to serve as a key functional leader across the organization. This role carries broad responsibility — spanning financial reporting, accounting operations, investor relations, and operational finance — and reports directly to the CEO.

To be successful in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of GAAP, experience in PE-backed manufacturing environments, and the ability to operate effectively across functions. The company will continue to grow organically and through acquisition, and the Controller will play a central role in both the financial management and operational effectiveness of the business.

Previous experience with enterprise-level companies, multi-entity environments, and ERP implementation is highly valued. Your management style must be inclusive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented — as a key functional leader, you will help build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Control and development of complete accounting and sub accounting cost analysis, reconciliation of all of the COGS inputs for accuracy across all product line.
• Develop and maintain internal control guidelines, policies, and procedures for budget accounting, cash and credit management, and related activities.
• Coordinate and direct budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, procurement activities, and financial planning; own the company general ledger and month-end close process.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards, including multi-state sales and use tax obligations managed through Avalara.
• Establish and maintain financial controls; prepare and present financial reports, board presentations to PE sponsors, lenders, and senior leadership.
• Manage bank covenant compliance and reporting, including monthly and quarterly deliverables to the lending institution.
• Manage multi-entity accounting and intercompany reconciliations across all entities.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable; provide backup support in payroll processing and ADP platform administration.
• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures, including the company’s credit and deposit policy; analyze customer creditworthiness to evaluate requests for payment terms.
• Serve as the liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel on financial and compliance matters.
• Partner with operations and sales leadership to provide financial insight, cost analysis, and performance reporting that supports business decisions, including margin analysis and revenue recognition compliance (ASC 606).
• Oversee inventory valuation and tracking, including raw materials and finished goods, and ensure alignment between physical inventory and financial records.
• Collaborate with the purchasing function to ensure procurement aligns with budget and operational needs; review and approve vendor financing arrangements and capital equipment proposals.
• Create and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and KPIs that give leadership visibility into production performance, shipment pipelines, labor costs, and margins.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for company IT needs, including network connectivity, software administration, user access, and vendor management for technology systems.
• Participate in acquisition due diligence and integration.
• Responsible for managing the Finance Department and Team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA and/or CPA/CGMA preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with significant manufacturing industry exposure.
• Experience in a PE-backed company is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred with direct support to operational functions.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP implementation and administration; Acumatica or similar platforms a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise, Excel, and cloud-based business software; experience with Avalara or similar sales tax platforms a plus.
• Working knowledge of acquisition accounting, purchase price allocation, and multi-entity consolidation.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem solving skills; ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
• Comfortable operating in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment with broad cross‑functional responsibility.
• High degree of confidentiality, ethical behavior, and professional judgment.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid vacation and holiday time, commensurate with experience
• Eligibility Management Equity incentive program

Location (Wheatland, PA): On-Site or Hybrid | Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift