Controller

A well established, private equity backed manufacturer of commercial and industrial products, serving commercial, industrial, and healthcare facility markets across North America, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting function. This is a standalone leadership seat with direct visibility to executive leadership and ownership. Required Qualifications • 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience • Strong manufacturing or cost accounting background (standard costing, inventory valuation, COGS, margin analysis) • Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to build and maintain your own reporting and analysis • Proven people-management and leadership experience • CPA or CMA preferred, or equivalent accounting experience • ERP system experience a plus Key Responsibilities • Own monthly, quarterly, and year end close, including financial statement preparation and management reporting • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis • Oversee manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis • Manage AP, AR, general ledger, fixed assets, and reconciliations • Partner with operations on production costs and profitability • Lead the external audit relationship and maintain strong internal controls and processes • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to executive leadership • Develop and mentor accounting staff