Manufacturing Controller — Cost & Growth Partner

Confidential; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls for our growing manufacturing and distribution business. You will ensure accurate monthly closes, cost visibility, and compliant financial statements in accordance with U.S.

GAAP while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and executive leadership. You’ll develop and mentor the accounting team, drive process improvements, automate routines, manage audits and tax filings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including 3+ years in leadership.
• Controller/Assistant Controller experience in manufacturing or distribution preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and payroll.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and produce GAAP‑compliant statements.
• Develop accounting policies, controls, and ensure proper segregation of duties.
• Analyze performance against budget and forecast; provide actionable insights.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cost variances, and margin analysis.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting; liaise with auditors and banks.
• Maintain ERP integrity and lead automation/continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Confidential is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls for our growing manufacturing and distribution business. You will ensure accurate monthly closes, cost visibility, and compliant financial statements in accordance with U.S.

GAAP while partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and executive leadership. You’ll develop and mentor the accounting team, drive process improvements, automate routines, manage audits and tax filings, and