Strategic Controller — Project-Based Finance Leader

CFS; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Controller to serve as the financial leader for a growing, project-based organization with in-house design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance capabilities.

The role focuses on owning financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and project financial analysis, ensuring profitability and strategic insight across cross-functional teams. You'll partner with executives to drive sound decisions and strengthen controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 10+ years experience preferably in manufacturing, construction or distribution environment.
• Management experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, WIP reporting, job costing, and project financial analysis as the Controller.
• Oversee the daily accounting function, month-end close, reconciliations, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders to analyze project performance, identify trends, and improve profitability.
• Strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, systems, and reporting while driving continuous improvement.
• Support executive leadership with financial strategy, planning, cash flow management, and business decision-making.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

WIP reporting

Project costing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

CFS is seeking a Controller to serve as the financial leader for a growing, project-based organization with in-house design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance capabilities.

The role focuses on owning financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and project financial analysis, ensuring profitability and strategic insight across cross-functional teams. You'll partner with executives to drive sound decisions and strengthen controls.