Strategic Corporate Controller — GAAP & Manufacturing

National-Safety-Apparel; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

National Safety Apparel is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the integrity of financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and GAAP compliance across multiple facilities. The role partners with operations, supply chain, manufacturing leadership, sales, marketing, IT, and executive management to support growth and operational excellence.

The Senior Accounting Leader will oversee the monthly close, budgeting, audits, tax compliance, and financial governance while guiding a

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or MBA is preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive accounting experience; experience in manager role; solid accounting skills; background in / understanding of US GAAP reporting fundamentals.
• Key Competencies: Self-motivated and results driven, strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving, ability to multi-task, high degree of integrity and confidentiality, initiative with decision making, teamwork and cooperation

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, General Ledger Accounting, Fixed Assets and Cap Ex, Treasury and Cash Management Support.
• Ensure efficient execution of transaction processing activities while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting workflows and leverage technology.
• Establish and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and accounting standards.
• Evaluate financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support tax compliance activities and coordinate with external tax advisors.
• Develop and strengthen financial governance across all facilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key business partner to operations, manufacturing, human resources, and executive leadership.
• Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Vice President of Finance on accounting, financial reporting, and operational matters.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

National Safety Apparel is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the integrity of financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, and GAAP compliance across multiple facilities. The role partners with operations, supply chain, manufacturing leadership, sales, marketing, IT, and executive management to support growth and operational excellence.

The Senior Accounting Leader will oversee the monthly close, budgeting, audits, tax compliance, and financial governance while guiding a