Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment. This long-term, contract position will oversee critical accounting activities, ensure accurate period-end reporting, and help maintain strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise in reconciliations, accruals, cost accounting, and indirect tax compliance, along with the ability to work effectively within a major ERP platform.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Prepare and review bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain reliable cash reporting.

• Oversee month-end accrual entries, prepaid balances, and fixed asset accounting to support accurate financial statements.

• Analyze manufacturing costs and apply cost accounting practices to improve visibility into operational performance.

• Review period-end reports and general ledger activity to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards.

• Manage sales and use tax processes, including calculation, reporting, and support for related compliance requirements.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen accounting procedures and maintain effective financial controls.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Prior experience serving in a Controller or senior-level accounting leadership capacity.

• Strong background in month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement review.

• Familiarity with fixed assets, prepaid accounting, and month-end reporting processes.

• Experience handling sales and use tax matters within a business environment.

• Proficiency with a major ERP system.