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Our client is a growing, privately held sales and distribution company seeking a Controller to serve as the top financial leader of the organization. This is a hands-on, A–Z accounting role ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys owning the full financial function while acting as a trusted financial partner to ownership. The Controller will manage one accounting clerk and work closely with the owner on financial planning, reporting, and decision support.
Job Responsibility:
Own all aspects of the company’s accounting and financial reporting, including GL, month-end close, financial statements, and reconciliations
Oversee and actively participate in AR, AP, payroll, inventory, and cash management
Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation
Coordinate with external partners including CPA firm, tax advisors, banks, and insurance providers
Manage, train, and review the work of one accounting clerk
Set priorities, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain high data accuracy
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
Partner directly with the owner on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Build financial models to support pricing, margin analysis, inventory planning, and growth initiatives
Monitor costs, margins, and key performance indicators
Create dashboards and management reports to improve financial visibility
Oversee sales tax, inventory accounting, and regulatory compliance
Support year-end close, tax filings, and external reporting requirements
Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
7+ years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally in a small to mid-size company setting
Industry experience in sales, distribution, manufacturing, or similar
Comfortable operating in a roll-up-your-sleeves, A–Z accounting role
Experience working directly with owners or senior leadership
Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, or dashboards preferred
Stable work history with demonstrated progression and ownership
Strong Excel, systems, and process-improvement skills
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 7 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized company
Proven expertise in financial statement preparation, month-end close processes, and financial analysis
Familiarity with SAP Business One or similar accounting systems
Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and building financial models
Experience working directly with senior leadership or business owners
Industry knowledge in sales, distribution, manufacturing, or similar environments
Proficiency in Excel and a track record of implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency
What we offer:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays, including time off between Christmas and New Year’s
401(k) with 4% employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage