Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee the full scope of accounting and financial management for a manufacturing operation in Richmond, Virginia. This position plays a central role in guiding reporting accuracy, cost visibility, and financial planning within a standard-cost environment. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership to strengthen controls, improve financial processes, and deliver insights that support sound operational and strategic decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day financial operations across general accounting, cost accounting, reporting, tax compliance, and cash activity management.

• Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles to ensure complete, accurate, and timely financial results.

• Manage standard cost structures, product cost updates, overhead distribution, and variance reporting tied to manufacturing performance.

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process while providing analysis that helps leadership evaluate performance and plan effectively.

• Maintain accurate inventory valuation and coordinate cycle counts and physical inventory activities to support reliable financial records.

• Establish and refine internal control practices that protect assets, support compliance, and improve the integrity of financial data.

• Present financial trends, operating results, and actionable recommendations to executive leadership to support business decisions.

• Strengthen finance and accounting workflows through continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Monitor customer credit exposure, set appropriate credit parameters, and support effective accounts receivable oversight.

• Partner with auditors and internal stakeholders on audits, tax matters, regulatory obligations, contract reviews, and special business initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing setting using standard costing principles.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing accounting or finance teams and processes.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, inventory accounting, and manufacturing cost analysis.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash management, payroll administration, and regulatory compliance responsibilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, with advanced capability in Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and clear communication.

Compensation

$125,000.00-$150,000.00 Yearly

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