Controller

TLD

$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred)
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a senior manufacturing role
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting
  • Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to analyze financial data for strategic decision-making
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all financial activities including month-end closing and audits
  • Conduct analysis on cost control and make recommendations for improvements
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate product costing
  • Lead budget preparation and monitor financial performance
  • Provide strategic financial advice to senior management
  • Manage relationships with auditors and regulatory bodies
  • Develop and implement internal controls for compliance
  • Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership
  • Implement accounting systems to support growth
  • Lead and mentor the accounting team

Benefits

  • Stable, family-focused environment
  • Support for personal and professional goals
  • Opportunity for individual growth and achievement
  • Access to a talented global team
  • Commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The Controller is responsible for directing all accounting operational functions while ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and regulatory requirements. This role oversees core accounting areas including accounts payable, general ledger, and cost accounting, with a strong emphasis on margin reporting, cost analysis, and identifying opportunities to improve profitability. The Controller collaborates closely with manufacturing, operations, and cross-functional teams to strengthen financial processes and ensure accurate product costing and inventory valuation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Oversee all financial activities, including month-end close process, financial statement preparation, and internal/external audits.
• Conduct analysis on cost control, inventory management, and margin performance, making recommendations for operational improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to ensure accurate product costing and inventory valuation.
• Lead the preparation of budgets and forecasts; monitor and report on financial performance.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to senior management, helping drive key business decisions.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, insurance providers, and regulatory authorities.
• Develop and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present financial reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Implement and maintain accounting systems and processes to support company growth.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Other assignments as designated by their manager(s)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems, manufacturing cost models, and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

COMPETENCIES:
• The ability to work hard and complete multiple challenging tasks within agreed time frames and with the appropriate critical thinking and quality level. The ability to manage daily, monthly and annual goals with clear, proactive communication with manager and team members.
• The drive to constantly improve the business and its processes by seeking efficiency in all activities. This includes optimizing activities outside of one's core duties by working with stakeholders at different points in the value stream.
• A commitment to be your best self every day, take responsibility for your actions, take a positive approach towards your coworkers, our challenges, and failures, and push yourself and your coworkers for results.
• We strive for success, but sometimes we miss. When we do, we expect everyone to pull together, to get back up, and to push forward again as a team.

The Company is committed to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its information assets in alignment with ISO 27001. All employees are required to follow information security policies, safeguard company data and systems, and promptly report any suspected security incidents or violations.

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