Controller

CONTROLLER
Robinson, PA
$155,000- $180,000

A well-established industrial organization is seeking an experienced Controller to join its finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, treasury functions, budgeting, forecasting, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, a continuous improvement mindset, and experience supporting complex operational environments.

OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROLLER ROLE:

• Lead and manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Review account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.
• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation, controls, and reporting.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to executive leadership.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Oversee cash management activities, bank reconciliations, and payment processing controls.
• Support treasury operations, including ACH and wire transfer approvals.
• Participate in fraud prevention initiatives and secure payment practices.
• Review and approve various tax filings, including sales and use tax, property tax, and other business-related filings.
• Supervise accounting and administrative staff while promoting professional development and accountability.
• Support ERP and accounting system enhancements, reporting improvements, and process automation initiatives.
• Coordinate annual financial statement audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
• Prepare and review audit schedules, supporting documentation, and workpapers.
• Manage year-end reporting requirements and assist with tax provision activities.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Support annual physical inventory observations and related compliance activities.
• Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts for assigned business units.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast expectations.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to operational leaders and senior management.
• Present monthly financial results and key performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for operational and financial improvement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience.
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with inventory accounting and manufacturing or industrial operations preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, financial modeling, and data analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.