Temporary Controller Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and financial reporting for a manufacturing organization. This role ensures the accuracy of financial statements, supports operational decision-making, and maintains strong internal controls while partnering closely with production, supply chain, and leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Develop and maintain financial reporting packages for leadership
Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
Oversee standard costing, cost of goods sold (COGS), and inventory valuation
Analyze production costs, labor, overhead, and variances
Partner with operations to improve cost efficiency and margins
Monitor inventory accuracy and support cycle counts/physical inventories
Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
Track performance against budget and provide variance analysis
Deliver insights to support strategic and operational decisions
Internal Controls & Compliance
Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
Ensure compliance with audit requirements, tax regulations, and company policies
Coordinate external audits and support regulatory reporting
Leadership & Cross-Functional Support
Supervise and develop accounting team members
Collaborate with operations, procurement, and supply chain teams
Provide financial insights to support production planning and capital investments
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
5-10+ years of accounting experience, including manufacturing environment
Prior experience in cost accounting strongly preferred
Leadership or team management experience
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Delavan, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $62.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.