Senior Controller — Manufacturing & ERP Lead (Acumatica)

Align Prod; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Align Production Systems in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function. The role requires owning the full accounting cycle, ensuring GAAP compliance, and delivering accurate reporting to the CFO and leadership.

The successful candidate will manage monthly closes, consolidate statements, optimize the chart of accounts, and drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in a mid‑market manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience in manufacturing or project-based industries.
• At least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role with direct reports.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP in a mid-market manufacturing context.
• Experience building and enforcing internal controls and data integrity.
• Proven people manager who can lead an accounting team.
• Hands-on experience with Acumatica ERP and financial modules.
• Interest in AI, automation, and data architecture in finance.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close process end to end with accuracy.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain GL structure, COA, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and applicable local standards.
• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls across processes.
• Coordinate tax compliance with external advisors and audits.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and manage banking relationships.

Skills

Financial leadership

Data integrity

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

People management

Analytical thinking

AI in finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CMA (preferred)

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Power BI

Job description

Align Production Systems in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Controller to lead the finance function. The role requires owning the full accounting cycle, ensuring GAAP compliance, and delivering accurate reporting to the CFO and leadership.

The successful candidate will manage monthly closes, consolidate statements, optimize the chart of accounts, and drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in a mid‑market manufacturing environment.