Controller

Controller $120-140K plus 10-20% BONUS

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Manufacturing | Private Equity Owned | High Visibility Role

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2 Days a week in the office !!!

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Legacy Search has partnered with a rapidly growing,private equity owned manufacturing company that is seeking a Controller to join its finance team in a highly visible role reporting directly to the CFO. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional looking to step into a true “right hand to the CFO” position with meaningful exposure to leadership, operations, and strategic initiatives

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About the Opportunity

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This firm is thriving, and doing so well it has become a long term hold for its PE Ownership. The Controller will play a critical role in strengthening the month-end close process, improving internal controls, and supporting financial reporting for both internal leadership and external stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Own and execute the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
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• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
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• Partner closely with the CFO on financial reporting, analysis, and presentation materials
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• Support private equity reporting requirements, lender reporting, and audit processes
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• Assist in cash management, budgeting/forecasting, and variance analysis
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• Evaluate and enhance internal controls and accounting processes
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• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations to understand cost drivers and inventory
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• Contribute to system and process improvements as the company scales
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
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• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience (manufacturing or inventory experience highly preferred)
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• Background in public accounting and/or PE-backed / mid-market environment is a plus
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• Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and intercompany accounting.
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• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems
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• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environmentwith a high level of ownership
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Why This Role?

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• Direct exposure to and mentorship from an experienced CFO
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• Opportunity to influence and build processesin a growing organization
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• Broad scope beyond traditional accounting — true business partnership
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• Clear path for career progression as the company continues to scale
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