We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Controller to lead the Finance and Accounting function for our Cookeville, TN operations and support our Flagstaff, AZ facility. As the senior accounting leader for the business, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with corporate standards, local statutory requirements, and U.S. GAAP. This key leadership role oversees all aspects of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. Working closely with the Vice President of Finance and cross-functional business leaders, you will provide financial insight and strategic decision support, lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, manage external audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes and controls. The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, influence business decisions, and contribute to the organization's long-term financial success. Occasional travel between facilities is required. So, what will you be doing as a Controller? • Lead the full scope of accounting processes for a branch or collection of branches. • Lead the financial close and reconciliation process, accountable for accuracy and compliance. • Ensure that local statutory reporting and tax authority requirements are met. • Ensure that policy and procedures adhere to a system of internal controls and serve as the lead for internal and external audit requirements. • Serve as a primary point of contact with Corporate Accounting, addressing questions and reporting needs. • Lead, develop, and coach local accounting team. • Key role in the financial planning cycle - providing various inputs and performing reviews in the areas of revenue, material, headcount, plant expenses, and working capital (following standard financial planning process flows). To be successful in this role, you'll need: • Experience in financial close, internal controls, internal and external audit management, ad hoc analysis, management reporting, accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS), taxation, treasury, working capital, cash flow management, costing and financial planning • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint). Excellent skill level in Excel required. • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Strong communication skills and leadership abilities, employee development experience • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint). Excellent skill level in Excel required. • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Strong communication skills and leadership abilities, employee development experience • 7+ years of finance and accounting experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace preferred), with at least 3 years of managerial experience Reasons You'll Love It Here We offer a full suite of employee benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance; as well as paid vacation, paid personal time, and various opportunities to give back to your local community. We also strongly encourage and provide opportunities for learning and professional development. Our Learning & Development team has put together in-house training on subjects like front-line supervisor essentials, how to manage conflict in the workplace, and many others. What to Do Next Now that you've had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.