Cherry Bekaert LLP

Controller

Cherry Bekaert LLP • $125K — $140K *
State College, PA 16801In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6-8 years in accounting with leadership in manufacturing
  • Strong background in manufacturing accounting operations
  • Experience with asset-based lending (ABL) preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA designation is preferred
  • Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A
  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage general accounting operations, including month-end and year-end closes
  • Oversee budgeting and forecasting, collaborating with leadership to enhance financial performance
  • Provide FP&A support, conducting variance analysis and creating financial models
  • Ensure accuracy in payroll processing and related reporting
  • Maintain internal controls and compliance with accounting standards
  • Support lender interactions, specifically regarding asset-based lending (ABL)
  • Collaborate across functions, particularly with operations in a manufacturing context

Benefits

  • This role offers opportunities for career advancement in a growing organization
  • The position allows for some on-site flexibility to accommodate work-life balance
  • Engagement with leadership in strategic financial planning and operational decision-making
  • Involvement in meaningful cross-functional collaboration within the manufacturing sector
Full Job Description
Controller
Location: Central Pennsylvania
Juniata, Mifflin, Centre Counties

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Manufacturing Controller to join a growing organization in Central Pennsylvania. This role will play a critical leadership position, overseeing core accounting functions while supporting strategic financial planning and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all aspects of general accounting operations, including month-end and year-end close
  • Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, partnering with leadership to drive financial performance
  • Provide financial planning & analysis (FP&A) support, including variance analysis and financial modeling
  • Manage and ensure accuracy of payroll processing and related reporting
  • Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
  • Support interactions with lenders, including those related to asset-based lending (ABL) structures
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, particularly within a manufacturing environment

Qualifications
  • 6-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including controllership or similar leadership responsibilities in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Exposure to or experience with asset-based lending (ABL) highly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • CPA designation preferred
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

  • Salary range 125K to 140K plus Bonus
  • This is an onsite position but there is some flexibility as needed
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About Cherry Bekaert LLP

Cherry Bekaert is a public accounting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries. The company offers audit, tax, and advisory services to help clients achieve their business goals. Cherry Bekaert has a team of over 1,200 professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service. The company has offices in several states across the US and serves clients in both the public and private sectors.
Learn more about Cherry Bekaert LLP
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$220 million
* Ladders Estimates

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