Strategic Controller: Finance, Compliance & Growth Leader

Modern Industries, Inc.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Industries, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Controller to lead the Accounting Department, overseeing general ledger, receivables, payables and payroll. The role includes treasury management, policy development, and liaison with external auditors.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of manufacturing controller experience, strong GAAP knowledge, ERP system expertise, and CPA or related credentials, with a proven track record in cost accounting and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years as a controller in a manufacturing business.
• Direct responsibility for cost accounting.
• Direct responsibility for treasury functions.
• ERP knowledge; implementation experience preferred.
• Direct operations experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of job shop environment is preferred.
• CPA, and job costing or auditing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily accounting operations: general ledger, receivables, payables and payroll.
• Manages treasury, receivables and bank borrowing base reports.
• Mentors accounting management and staff accountants.
• Develops and maintains GAAP-compliant policies and systems.
• Implements and communicates accounting policies and procedures.
• Acts as primary liaison with external auditors.
• Prepares and presents consolidated monthly reports with improvement recommendations.
• Develops and monitors internal controls and documentation.
• Collaborates with vendors and customers to optimize payment plans.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Treasury management

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Modern Industries, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks an experienced Controller to lead the Accounting Department, overseeing general ledger, receivables, payables and payroll. The role includes treasury management, policy development, and liaison with external auditors.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of manufacturing controller experience, strong GAAP knowledge, ERP system expertise, and CPA or related credentials, with a proven track record in cost accounting and internal controls.