Controller

Controller

Compensation: $140,000 – $160,000
Location: Orlando, FL (Onsite)

About the Opportunity

A growing organization in the Orlando area is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function during a key growth phase. This role will partner closely with the CFO and operational leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting while strengthening processes, systems, and controls.

This is a hands-on leadership position with strong exposure to manufacturing operations, including inventory, WIP, and cost accounting.

Why This Role Stands Out

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• High-visibility leadership role reporting to executive leadership
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• Opportunity to influence accounting operations in a growing business
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• Hands-on environment with exposure to inventory, WIP, and cost accounting
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• Required experience with perishable goods in a manufacturing setting
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• Ability to build structure, reporting, and internal controls
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• Collaborative, cross-functional working environment
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Core Responsibilities

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• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, and close processes
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• Manage inventory, WIP, and cost accounting to ensure accurate product costing and reporting
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• Support accounting processes related to perishable goods in a manufacturing environment
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• Prepare monthly financial statements and provide analysis to leadership
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• Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures
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• Partner with operations on inventory management, margins, and financial performance
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• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts
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• Lead and develop the accounting team while improving processes
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• Maintain and optimize ERP and financial systems
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Qualifications

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• Background in manufacturing environments with perishable products required
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• Experience with inventory, WIP, and cost accounting required
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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
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• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility
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• ERP experience required; SAP preferred
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• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills
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Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is ideal for a hands-on Controller who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering with operations. The right candidate will bring both technical accounting expertise and the ability to improve processes, strengthen controls, and support business growth.