Controller / Finance Leader
Southern NH Area | On-Site
A publicly traded global manufacturing organization is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead all accounting, financial reporting, cost accounting, and operational finance activities for a key production facility. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to leadership, driving financial performance, operational excellence, and business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Own all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, financial reporting, and general ledger integrity.
- Lead technical accounting, internal controls, GAAP compliance, and audit readiness.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning processes.
- Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability, productivity, pricing, and cost performance.
- Oversee manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, and working capital optimization.
- Deliver actionable financial analysis and operational insights to support business decisions.
- Lead process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP reporting enhancements.
- Develop and mentor accounting and finance staff while building a high-performing finance function.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
- Minimum 5 years accounting and finance experience within manufacturing.
- Prior Controller, Plant Controller, or senior finance leadership experience.
- Strong background in technical accounting, cost accounting, inventory, and FP&A.
- Proven ability to partner with operations leadership and influence business results.
- Experience in complex, multi-site, or publicly traded environments is a plus.
Ideal Profile
A highly visible finance leader who combines strong technical accounting expertise with operational finance leadership, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and enjoys driving performance, process improvements, and strategic growth initiatives.