Controller

GHJ ‚Ä¢ Athens, Georgia ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $120,000–$140,000 / year

Posted on Fri, Jul 24, 2026

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and help drive strategic business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with executive leadership, improving financial processes, and making a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

The Controller will lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities while ensuring the integrity of the company's financial operations. This role combines day-to-day accounting leadership with strategic financial planning to support operational excellence and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting operations, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare accurate financial statements and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business decisions
Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
Manage cash flow and support long-term financial planning initiatives
Coordinate external audits and oversee tax and regulatory reporting
Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations
Lead and develop the accounting team while driving continuous process improvements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Master's degree, CPA, CMA, or similar professional designation preferred
7+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
Excellent leadership, analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Why Join?

Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing manufacturing organization
Collaborative environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Competitive compensation and opportunities for long-term career growth

$120,000 - $140,000 a year#GHJSS may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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