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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight for a manufacturing environment in Fairfield, Maine. This role will guide day-to-day financial activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support business decisions through budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to controllership, builds effective banking partnerships, and helps ensure disciplined financial management across the organization.
Job Responsibility
Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring timely processing, accurate records, and consistent financial controls across the organization
Oversee cost accounting processes to improve visibility into product and operational costs within a manufacturing setting
Prepare, review, and monitor budgets and financial forecasts to support planning and performance management
Coordinate audit-related activities, including documentation preparation, schedule management, and responses to auditor requests
Manage and develop the accounting team, setting priorities and promoting high standards of accuracy and accountability
Maintain banking relationships and oversee cash management activities to support liquidity and financial stability
Produce financial reports and analysis that help leadership evaluate results, trends, and business performance
Strengthen internal accounting procedures and controls to support compliance, efficiency, and reliable reporting
Requirements
7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility in a controllership or similar role
Demonstrated expertise in cost accounting and financial oversight within a manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reporting, and financial modeling
Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, audit support, and day-to-day accounting operations
Experience supervising accounting staff and managing departmental workflows effectively
Ability to build productive relationships with banking partners and internal stakeholders
Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly