Controller

Controller
Full-Time | On-Site

L&M Corrugated is seeking a Controller to lead our Accounting team and partner closely with our CFO on financial strategy, operational performance, and long-term growth.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll oversee the day-to-day accounting function while also having a voice in bigger-picture business decisions. From financial reporting and cost accounting to budgeting, audits, capital planning, and process improvement, you'll play an important role in helping L&M continue to grow.

For someone interested in taking the next step in their career, this position also offers a path toward future executive leadership.

What You'll Do
As Controller, you'll lead the accounting team and own the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of L&M's financial reporting while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day financial operations of the business.
Responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the accounting team through coaching, guidance, and performance feedback
• Partnering closely with the CFO on financial strategy, business decisions, and process improvements
• Preparing, analyzing, and presenting accurate monthly and annual financial statements
• Managing cost accounting processes and ensuring accurate product costing
• Leading the annual budgeting and financial planning process
• Managing fixed assets and supporting capital budgeting and investment decisions
• Overseeing inventory control, physical inventory counts, and reconciliation
• Coordinating and leading the annual audit process with external auditors
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting requirements
• Preparing financial reporting for lending, compliance, and other business needs
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction, improved controls, and greater efficiency
• Supporting the continued development of accounting processes, systems, and reporting
• Collaborating with Quality, Operations, and other departments to support company-wide goals
• Performing other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• CPA strongly preferred
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• 2-3+ years of experience in a financial management or accounting leadership role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost accounting
• Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, budgeting, audits, and inventory
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and support a team
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the bigger business picture
• Proficiency with accounting and reporting systems and Microsoft Office
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Corrugated packaging or related industry experience is a plus

Make an Impact at L&M
At L&M Corrugated, the Controller is more than the person responsible for the financial statements. You'll serve as a key partner to the CFO, lead an important business function, and help provide the financial insight needed to guide company decisions.
As L&M continues to grow, this role offers the opportunity to grow with us-developing your strategic leadership skills, expanding your influence across the organization, and positioning yourself for future executive leadership.
If you're a hands-on accounting leader who is ready to take ownership, develop a team, and have a meaningful voice in the future of a growing family-owned company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the L&M Corrugated team.