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United States, Portland Employment contract · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Sue Sumrell is recruiting for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and guide financial strategy for a manufacturing-focused organization. This role will lead core controllership activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide clear insight into business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on cost accounting expertise, and the ability to support planning, compliance, and decision-making across the company.

Job Responsibility

  • Direct the day-to-day accounting and finance function, ensuring accurate records, strong internal controls, and timely completion of month-end and year-end activities
  • Lead manufacturing cost analysis by monitoring product costs, reviewing variances, and improving the reliability of standard costing practices
  • Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements to provide leadership with meaningful analysis on operating results and financial health
  • Manage the annual budgeting process, partnering with department leaders to build forecasts, track performance, and support business planning
  • Oversee the preparation of annual audited financial statements and serve as the primary finance contact during external audit activities
  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, corporate policies, and reporting requirements while identifying opportunities to improve financial processes
  • Partner with operational leadership to evaluate financial performance, support strategic decisions, and drive accountability through data-based recommendations

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience leading controllership or senior finance activities within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including variance analysis and standard cost methodology
  • Proven ability to prepare, analyze, and explain financial statements for management and external stakeholders
  • Experience coordinating annual external audits and supporting the completion of audited financial statements
  • Hands-on involvement in annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
  • Deep understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • advanced certification such as CPA is preferred

Nice to have

advanced certification such as CPA

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • free online training
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