Corporate Controller — Finance Leader in Manufacturing

Korn Ferry; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogue Fitness is seeking a Director of Financial Accounting (Corporate Controller) to lead the accounting organization in Columbus, OH. The role oversees financial close, reporting, cost accounting, tax, audits, and internal controls while developing a high-performing team and partnering with manufacturing and operations.

The successful candidate will drive process improvements, ERP improvements, and leverage advanced Excel/AI tools to support growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership.
• Experience with cost accounting in manufacturing.
• Experience with audits and financial close.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting functions including general ledger, financial reporting, cost accounting, audits, tax compliance, and month-end close.
• Oversee the accounting organization of ~10 team members.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performance accounting team.
• Manage timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee federal, state, local, sales, and use tax compliance.
• Ensure integrity of the general ledger and internal controls.
• Lead the external audit process and liaise with auditors.
• Direct all cost accounting activities including BOM, landed costs, variances.
• Partner with manufacturing/operations to improve reporting and accuracy.
• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Support ERP/system enhancements and implementations.
• Leverage Excel, Google Sheets, and AI-enabled tools for processes.
• Roll up sleeves to ensure on-time deliverables.
• Partner with CFO on accounting matters and growth initiatives.

Skills

GAAP expertise

Leadership

Internal controls

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA strongly preferred

Master's in Accounting (MAcc) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012

ERP platforms

Job description

Rogue Fitness is seeking a Director of Financial Accounting (Corporate Controller) to lead the accounting organization in Columbus, OH. The role oversees financial close, reporting, cost accounting, tax, audits, and internal controls while developing a high-performing team and partnering with manufacturing and operations.

The successful candidate will drive process improvements, ERP improvements, and leverage advanced Excel/AI tools to support growth and operational excellence.