Controller ($140K-$175K, 10+ Yrs Exp. Req, Hands-on Role/Path to CFO)

$140,000 - $175,000/Yr

#Twiceasnice Recruiting - Kennesaw, GA

Full-time - Senior

Kennesaw, GA

About the position

The Controller position is a hands-on leadership role within a manufacturing company located in Marietta, Georgia. This role is responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and managing day-to-day accounting functions. The Controller will mentor a team of four direct reports and will play a crucial role in strategic decision-making, financial forecasting, and compliance with GAAP. This position offers a clear path to the CFO role, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates with extensive accounting experience looking to advance their careers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Directly handle all general ledger journal entries, month-end close, & annual audits.
• Oversee teams handling AR, AP, & billing.
• Ensure accurate recording of all transactions and manage daily financial activities.
• Create budgets and forecasts - Report on variances, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Provide financial insights for strategic decision-making.
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with department heads to monitor performance and make recommendations.
• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures.
• Provide financial analysis to evaluate ventures and special projects.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and insurers.
• Contribute to strategic planning, financial forecasting, and acquisition integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field is required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including past Controller roles, is required.
• Accounting experience in the manufacturing or service industry is required.
• Team management experience is required.
• Computer savvy, including strong experience with ERP systems & Microsoft Excel, is required.
• Experience with GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, & financial statements is required.
• Ability to temporarily handle after-hours monthly close process until 2025 ERP update is required.
• Ability to work 100% on-site is required.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance