The controller has primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing and managing all financial-related activities of the company.  Responsibilities include preparation of monthly financial & cash flow statements, annual budgets, general ledger, bank reconciliations, product costing and HR & payroll functions.  The controller prepares and maintains regular financial planning reports, and completes analyses of financial results with strategic and tactical recommendations.

Role and Responsibilities

• Participate in key decisions for strategic initiatives, operating model and operational execution.
• Work with other key executives on a regular basis to identify needs and provide full range of business solutions and controls to enhance financial performance.
• Lead, develop & enhance financial controls.
• Monitor & analyze financial performance relative to budget, product costing & margin analysis and make recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Oversee the preparation of month-end, quarterly and year-end financial statements.
• Responsible for all HR & payroll functions.
• Serve as final point of escalation for AR & AP issues.
• Provide strong leadership, mentorship & management of admin & accounting staff.
• Manage preparation and support of all external audits.
• Daily cash management and AP approvals.
• Manage insurance & employee benefit programs.
• Develop and modify internal policies to improve processes and efficiency.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as a Controller for a $20M+ manufacturing company.
• Experience in Cost Accounting & GAAP
• Experience in analyzing financial data to develop plans & reports to help manage, improve & grow operations.
• BA/BS in Accounting
• 2+ years’ experience in human resources & managing direct reports
• Experience using Epicor or similar ERP system and expert in Excel.