Part-Time Manufacturing Controller | End-to-End Finance Leader

Ascent-CFO-Solutions; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 145,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Ascent-CFO-Solutions seeks a seasoned Controller for a part‑time role in Austin, TX. You will own the books, close, and provide leadership with essential financial insight for the business.

The position covers accounting, cash management, inventory costing, payroll, sales tax filings, and compliance. The role reports to the CEO and requires a hands‑on, results‑driven professional with ERP experience and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including time as a Controller or Assistant Controller in manufacturing or distribution.
• Experience with inventory accounting, standard costing, and a mid-market ERP (Expandable preferred).
• Comfort running a close end to end without a large team behind you.
• Working knowledge of multi-state sales tax; Texas Freeport experience is a plus.
• Experience supervising staff or a small accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Run the monthly close in Expandable, including accruals, reconciliations for cash, AR, AP, and inventory by location.
• Produce monthly and quarterly financial statements and maintain reporting templates.
• Manage daily cash activity and deliver position reports to ownership.
• Oversee payroll via third‑party provider and handle associated journal entries.
• Supervise Accounting Admin and streamline procedures to improve efficiency.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Leadership ability

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Expandable ERP

QuickBooks

Job description

Ascent-CFO-Solutions seeks a seasoned Controller for a part‑time role in Austin, TX. You will own the books, close, and provide leadership with essential financial insight for the business.

The position covers accounting, cash management, inventory costing, payroll, sales tax filings, and compliance. The role reports to the CEO and requires a hands‑on, results‑driven professional with ERP experience and strong Excel skills.