Strategic Financial Controller - Manufacturing Ops Lead

All Pro Recruiting (APR); Bedford (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

All Pro Recruiting (APR) is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead accounting and finance operations in a manufacturing environment. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and drive efficiency across processes.

The role partners with leadership to improve profitability, manage budgets, and optimize ERP systems like NetSuite while mentoring the team and upholding high standards of accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, manufacturing preferred.
• 4+ years of leadership experience managing accounting/finance teams.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal controls.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and improve month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes for accurate reporting.
• Lead general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and cash management.
• Develop and maintain scalable accounting policies and internal controls.
• Drive continuous improvement across accounting, finance, and admin processes.
• Partner with operations, production, purchasing, and leadership to improve cost visibility and margins.
• Monitor financial and operational metrics and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and analysis.
• Enhance ERP systems, reporting tools, and workflows for data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local requirements including audits and tax filings.
• Mentor the team and foster ownership, improvement, and customer service.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

All Pro Recruiting (APR) is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead accounting and finance operations in a manufacturing environment. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and drive efficiency across processes.

The role partners with leadership to improve profitability, manage budgets, and optimize ERP systems like NetSuite while mentoring the team and upholding high standards of accuracy and compliance.