Financial Controller

MCM Engineering; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MCM Engineering in Utah is seeking a Financial Controller to lead our local financial operations during rapid greenfield expansion. You will manage the general ledger, financial reporting, and local personnel.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA preferred, 3+ years of controller-level experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, and hands-on experience with payroll, multi-state tax filing, and an ERP migration from QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required.
• CPA certification highly preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years in progressive accounting or controller roles.
• Experience supervising 2+ personnel in a manufacturing/fast-paced office environment.
• Strong technical skills in payroll, garnishments, multi-state tax filing; familiarity with QuickBooks; ERP workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AP, AR, General Ledger, and financial reporting cycles.
• Lead ERP migration, transitioning from QuickBooks to the new ERP platform.
• Directly supervise and mentor office personnel handling daily transactions.
• Coordinate financial metrics with purchasing, shipping, and receiving teams.
• Prepare variance reports and present to Top Management and Global CFO via Teams.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger

AP/AR

ERP migration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a high-caliber Financial Controller to lead our local financial operations during a period of rapid greenfield expansion. This is a critical leadership role responsible for managing all aspects of the general ledger, financial reporting, and local personnel. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in manufacturing finance and a proven track record of handling complex system integrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Systems: Manage and oversee all aspects of AP, AR, General Ledger, and financial reporting cycles.
• ERP Migration: Act as a core operational anchor during our ongoing transition from legacy accounting software (QuickBooks) to our new enterprise ERP platform.
• Department Leadership: Directly supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of office personnel responsible for daily transaction workflows.
• Operational Oversight: Review customer invoicing, vendor payments, and coordinate financial metrics alongside purchasing, shipping, and receiving departments.
• Corporate Collaboration: Prepare and deliver clear variance and financial reports to Top Management and the Global CFO via Microsoft Teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Minimum Requirement).
• Certification: CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting or controller-level experience.
  • Demonstrated history of successfully managing and supervising personnel (2+ people).
  • Hands-on experience working inside a fast-paced manufacturing office environment.
• Technical Skills: Deep proficiency with corporate payroll systems, garnishments, and multi-state tax filing compliance. Current familiarity with QuickBooks is required for the immediate transition, with a strong aptitude for enterprise ERP workflows.