Financial Controller

Coe Press Equipment

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven leadership experience in an accounting department with hands-on involvement.
  • Strong expertise in manufacturing cost accounting and inventory valuation.
  • Experience in ERP implementations and major system migrations.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficient with accounting software applications.
  • Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

  • Own accuracy and integrity of the company's accounting records and financial statements.
  • Lead monthly and annual close processes ensuring GAAP compliance.
  • Direct manufacturing cost accounting activities including variance and inventory analyses.
  • Develop and enhance accounting processes and financial reporting systems.
  • Collaborate with operations to enhance costing accuracy and financial visibility.
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
  • Provide actionable financial analysis to support leadership decisions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Flexible work schedule with remote work opportunities.
  • Professional development and training programs.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
Full Job Description
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:
  • Take ownership of their decisions and actions, accepting accountability while leading others with integrity and professionalism.
  • Build organized, disciplined accounting processes that improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency across the finance function.
  • Analyze financial information thoroughly, identify the facts that matter, and make practical, objective decisions that support the business.
  • Take initiative, manage competing priorities, and consistently deliver accurate work while meeting deadlines and commitments.
  • Hold themselves and others accountable for high standards, following through on commitments and addressing issues before they become problems.

THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER WILL:

  • Own the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Company's accounting records and financial statements.
  • Lead and actively participate in the monthly and annual close process while ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
  • Direct all manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard costing, inventory valuation, work-in-process accounting, manufacturing variance analysis, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting systems that protect company assets and provide reliable financial information.
  • Partner with operations to improve costing accuracy, inventory management, profitability, and overall financial visibility throughout the business.
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial performance reporting.
  • Provide practical financial analysis that helps leadership evaluate operational decisions, capital investments, pricing, and business opportunities.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a small accounting team, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and accounting personnel.
  • Lead ERP system improvements and support accounting software implementations, upgrades, and data migration projects.
  • Coordinate external audits while serving as the primary financial contact for auditors, banks, tax advisors, and other outside business partners.


REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
  • Eight or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience leading an accounting department while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting operations.
  • Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, including inventory valuation, work-in-process accounting, manufacturing variance analysis, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
  • Experience supporting custom, engineer-to-order, project-based, or diversified bill-of-material manufacturing environments.
  • Experience leading or supporting ERP implementations, accounting software conversions, or major system migrations.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with a broad range of accounting and business software applications.
  • Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, internal controls, and financial reporting.
  • Experience working within a privately held, family-owned, or S-Corporation business is strongly preferred.
  • Experience reviewing commercial contracts and identifying financial, accounting, and business risks is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build credibility across all levels of the organization.

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