Corporate Controller — Path to CFO (Industrial Growth)

Arkansas Talent Group; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Arkansas Talent Group partners with a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Little Rock, AR to identify an experienced Corporate Controller to join its leadership team.

The role leads accounting and finance, drives GAAP reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and supports succession planning toward the CFO position. The ideal candidate will guide strategic financial initiatives and build a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Experience in Controller/Director of Accounting leadership roles
• Strong GAAP and financial reporting expertise
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and P&L analysis
• Experience leading accounting/finance teams
• ERP/accounting systems experience
• Knowledge of tax accounting and cost accounting

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and finance functions including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
• Oversee preparation of accurate and timely financial statements and management reporting per GAAP
• Manage cash flow, treasury activities, banking relationships, and liquidity
• Lead annual budgeting process and develop forecasts for business planning
• Analyze financial performance, trends, margins, expenses, and key metrics to improve profitability
• Establish and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes
• Provide financial insight and strategic guidance to executive leadership
• Oversee risk management, regulatory compliance, and other financial requirements
• Support strategic growth initiatives including potential acquisitions
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team
• Partner with operational leaders to improve financial performance and accountability
• Oversee payroll, tax, cost accounting, and other financial functions
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting, and processes

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Budgeting/Forecasting

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Internal controls

Job description

Arkansas Talent Group partners with a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Little Rock, AR to identify an experienced Corporate Controller to join its leadership team.

The role leads accounting and finance, drives GAAP reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and supports succession planning toward the CFO position. The ideal candidate will guide strategic financial initiatives and build a high-performing team.