Remote Controller: Manufacturing Finance Leader

R3 Lithium; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

R3 Lithium is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function from a remote location. You will oversee close processes, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls while ensuring U.S. GAAP compliance.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in progressive accounting roles, with manufacturing industry experience and multinational exposure. You will partner with CFO and FP&A to drive accurate management reporting and scalable processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA is required.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience including leading a corporate accounting function.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ability to research and resolve complex accounting matters.
• Significant accounting experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience in multinational organizations with consolidations and intercompany accounting.
• Strong ERP experience and implementing or optimizing financial systems.
• Ability to develop scalable accounting policies and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s accounting function including GL, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close with reconciliations and reporting.
• Ensure financial statements comply with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Provide technical accounting leadership for complex transactions.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee manufacturing and inventory accounting including costing and variances.
• Coordinate capital projects, depreciation, and project accounting.
• Manage multinational accounting including consolidation and foreign currency matters.
• Coordinate external audits and serve as primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial reporting and statutory requirements.
• Partner with CFO and FP&A for management reporting and forecasting.
• Support ERP implementation and optimization; scale accounting organization as needed.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Multinational experience

Manufacturing accounting

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

ERP software

Financial systems

Job description

R3 Lithium is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function from a remote location. You will oversee close processes, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls while ensuring U.S. GAAP compliance.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years in progressive accounting roles, with manufacturing industry experience and multinational exposure. You will partner with CFO and FP&A to drive accurate management reporting and scalable processes.