Controller

Beneficial Talent Source

Controller

Fairfield, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    What You’ll Do:

    • Lead Financial Reporting & Analysis – Own the compilation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections that drive corporate planning and transparency.

    • Own the Close – Perform monthly closing activities, manufacturing variance analysis, and detailed account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate financials.

    • Drive Profitability & Cost Insight – Lead standard costing, quoting, and profitability analysis to support data-driven pricing and production decisions.

    • Oversee Cash Management – Manage all aspects of AP, AR, payroll, banking, and cash forecasting—including creation of a 13-week cash flow model.

    • Strengthen Financial Controls – Develop and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures that align with best practices and regulatory compliance.

    • Guide the Business Strategically – Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, procurement, commercial support, and long-term planning, contributing financial expertise to strategic decisions.

    • Be a Key Communicator – Prepare and present reports for board meetings, employee updates, auditors, and banks—translating complex financial data into meaningful insight.

    • Lead and Mentor Your Team – Supervise, train, and motivate a two-person accounting staff while owning the performance of all accounting functions.

    • Champion ERP Evolution – Lead or support ERP implementation efforts (Epicor/Sage experience a plus) to modernize and streamline financial operations.

    • Ensure Compliance & Accuracy – Oversee tax return preparation, payroll review, rebate programs, and all financial audits while maintaining full general ledger ownership.

    Additional Leadership Responsibilities:
    • Contribute to setting future business goals and direction as part of the management team

    • Uphold and embody company policies, procedures, and ethical standards

    • Develop and present annual business plans aligned with revenue targets

    What You Bring:
    • 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 5 years in a Controller or CFO role

    • 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, ideally fast-paced and performance-driven

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

    • Strong grasp of GAAP, federal and state tax regulations, and internal controls

    • ERP implementation experience (Epicor or Sage strongly preferred)

    • Expert-level Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets and reporting tools

    • Proven experience in inventory control, standard costing, cash management, and financial leadership

    • Outstanding communication skills—able to translate complex financials into actionable business language

  • Compensation
    $140,000 per year