ABOUT THE ROLEReporting to the CFO, this role owns financial statement integrity, working capital management, FP&A, and internal controls at the business unit level - serving as the primary accounting and finance partner to operational leaders. The role combines rigorous controllership with active business partnering: owning forecasting, analyzing performance drivers, and influencing investment decisions - while also contributing to broader corporate initiatives focused on improving effectiveness, automation, and scalability of finance processes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Reporting & Close- Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process across all locations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
- Manage intercompany eliminations and multi-entity consolidation
- Coordinate with external auditors and own the annual audit process end-to-end
- Maintain technical accounting documentation and lead implementation of new accounting standards
FP&A & Business Partnering- Coordinate the consolidation and reporting of business unit financial performance. Review consolidated financial information for accuracy; identify and analyze significant variances to budget, forecast, and prior year.
- Deliver actionable financial insights by analyzing forecast trends, budget variances, and business performance to support executive decision-making
- Develop and maintain advanced financial models to enable scenario planning, evaluate strategic initiatives, and support long-term business planning
- Prepare and present executive-level reporting that clearly communicates key financial and operational KPIs, risks, and opportunities
- Drive cross-functional alignment by collaborating with business partners to enhance forecasting inputs, improve reporting tools, and increase financial transparency
- Support annual budgeting and ongoing cost management, including building cost models and identifying opportunities for efficiency and margin improvement
Accounting Operations- Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll accounting
- Manage inventory accounting including standard costing, valuation, and physical count reconciliation
- Maintain and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures across all sites
- Lead balance sheet account reconciliation processes and drive resolution of aged items
- Partner with Operations on bill of materials accuracy, overhead absorption, and cost variance analysis
Working Capital & Cash Management- Oversee accounts receivable collections, DSO performance, and credit risk management
- Drive inventory turns and manage obsolescence reserves in collaboration with Operations and Supply Chain
Team Leadership- Lead and develop a team of accounting and finance professionals across multiple U.S. locations
- Foster a high-performance culture with clear accountability, career development, and cross-site collaboration
- Partner with HR and Finance leadership on headcount planning and org design within the accounting function
Strategic & Cross-Functional Support- Serve as the primary finance partner to Business Unit and Operations leadership, translating financial data into operational decisions
- Drive ERP optimization, system integration, and process automation efforts across locations
- Support M&A due diligence, integration accounting, and technical accounting research as needed
- Support CFO on enterprise reporting, financial strategy, and organizational growth - building the skills and visibility for a future Corporate Controller role
QUALIFICATIONSRequired- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
- 6+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 2+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior Accounting Manager role
- 3+ years of progressive FP&A or finance business partnering experience, with a demonstrated track record in forecasting, budgeting, and performance management
- Advanced financial modeling expertise, including scenario analysis, driver-based planning, and complex data analysis in Excel
- Hands-on experience with inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing or industrial operations
- Strong U.S. GAAP technical accounting knowledge
- Demonstrated experience managing and developing accounting or finance teams
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent)
Preferred- Public accounting background (Big 4 or regional firm) strongly preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing, precision machining, or industrial services company of similar scale ($150M-$300M revenue)
- Previous exposure to international finance operations, including foreign currency translation, intercompany eliminations, and FX impact reporting.
- Exposure to treasury functions: credit facility management, covenant reporting, banking RFPs, or cash investment policy
- Experience leveraging AI tools and process automation to improve financial workflows, reporting efficiency, and insight generation
- Excellent communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence and partner with stakeholders across all levels of the organization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable business insights
- Demonstrated experience managing cash flow forecasting and working capital metrics
- Track record of process improvement and ERP-driven automation in a multi-site environment
- MBA or advanced degree a plus
WHAT WE OFFER- Competitive base salary and annual bonus tied to company and individual performance
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match
