Financial Controller — Path to CFO in Aerospace

Alexander James Recruiting Ltd.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Bonus opportunity (10%)

Job summary

Alexander James Recruiting is partnering with a Columbus, Ohio–based aerospace supplier to recruit a Financial Controller who will oversee all financial operations. The role offers a competitive base salary with a 10% bonus and clear growth into a CFO position as the department expands.

The successful candidate will manage GAAP reporting, cash flow, and compliance while supporting government and defense contracts. Experience in manufacturing and with Xero/QuickBooks/Sage is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP; IFRS preferred but not essential.
• Experience in manufacturing environment and ability to handle varied tasks from bookkeeping to reporting.
• Aspirations toward CFO role and ability to build a department over time.
• Experience with government or manufacturing clients and banking relations beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and completion of financial statements in line with GAAP and IFRS.
• Oversee accounting operations including reconciliations, AP, and payroll processing.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and account reconciliations.
• Oversee cash management, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Develop financial reports that clearly communicate complex concepts to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance requirements for customers and contracts are met.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Cash flow analysis

Bank management

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Alexander James Recruiting is partnering with a Columbus, Ohio–based aerospace supplier to recruit a Financial Controller who will oversee all financial operations. The role offers a competitive base salary with a 10% bonus and clear growth into a CFO position as the department expands.

The successful candidate will manage GAAP reporting, cash flow, and compliance while supporting government and defense contracts. Experience in manufacturing and with Xero/QuickBooks/Sage is a plus.