Hybrid Corporate Controller — Build the Finance Engine

Talentify; Beaver Falls (Beaver County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenson Plastics, a growing manufacturer in Beaver Falls, seeks a strategic Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and build a scalable financial foundation.

Reporting to executive leadership, you will own GAAP reporting, cost modeling for manufactured parts, and coordination of audits, while mentoring the accounting team.

This hybrid role combines hands-on analysis with systems build-out to drive precision manufacturing and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation or MBA/ Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience.
• At least 3 years in Controller or finance/accounting management role.
• Manufacturing experience with job costing and variances analysis.
• Experience with full-cycle month-end closes, audits, and tax compliance.
• Experience coordinating external audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end accounting operations including GL, AP/AR, and payroll.
• Design and maintain internal controls to protect assets.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP-compliant financial statements.
• Drive month-end and year-end close processes.
• Develop accurate job costing models using production data.
• Analyze production variances with operations leadership.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings.
• Lead and develop the accounting team.
• Partner with leadership on strategic financial planning.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Leadership

ERP systems

Data analytics

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP software

GL software

Payroll systems

Job description

Kenson Plastics, a growing manufacturer in Beaver Falls, seeks a strategic Controller to lead accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and build a scalable financial foundation.

Reporting to executive leadership, you will own GAAP reporting, cost modeling for manufactured parts, and coordination of audits, while mentoring the accounting team.

This hybrid role combines hands-on analysis with systems build-out to drive precision manufacturing and sustainable growth.