Controller

For over 80 years, the Arthur G Russell Company has stood at the forefront of custom assembly machinery, worldwide. We’re looking to add a new professional to compliment our team-based company culture and help AGR continue to grow and excel.

Why Work with Us:

• Competitive starting salary of $150,000-180,000 (based on experience)
  
• A full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  
• 401K retirement plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off and healthy work-life balance
  
• Small company environment so you can have a significant impact and real opportunities for growth
  

The Position:

Reporting to the CFO, this role ensures consistent financial practices across locations, and drives cost accuracy, inventory integrity, and operational efficiency. The Controller partners closely with plant managers, supply chain, and executive leadership to support profitable growth and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.  Responsibilities include:

• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements and consolidated reporting
  
• Standardize accounting processes across states and facilities
  
• Lead month‑end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all plants
  
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and audit readiness
  
• Oversee standard costing, cost roll‑ups, and cost updates across all plants
  
• Analyze multi‑site production variances (labor, material, overhead)
  
• Manage inventory valuation for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across locations
  
• Lead cycle counts and physical inventory at each facility
  
• Partner with plant leadership to improve cost visibility and reduce waste
  
• Ensure compliance with state‑specific tax, payroll, and regulatory requirements
  
• Support capital expenditure planning and ROI analysis for multiple facilities
  
• Collaborate with supply chain, production, and engineering to optimize operations
  
• Evaluate and improve financial systems, reporting tools, and ERP/MRP utilization
  
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions, expansions, and acquisitions
  
• Build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
  
• Coordinate training and ensure consistent financial practices company‑wide
  
• Manage long-term project accounting activities, including budgeting, tracking, estimate to complete, and financial reporting
  
• Role may evolve into higher-level financial leadership based on performance and organizational needs
  

 About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; MBA or CPA preferred.
  
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing
  
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions) with data analysis capabilities
  
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Access
  
• Strong background and knowledge of Epicor ERP/MRP system
  
• Experience supporting multi‑site or multi‑state operations
  
• Experience in a mid-size manufacturing company ($50M-$100M+)
  
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, job cost accounting, and inventory management
  
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition using percentage-of-completion in equipment manufacturing
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach and excellent communication abilities across all levels of the organization
  
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
  

If you are interested in joining a stable, growth-oriented, and innovative organization where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you! Learn more about the company at www.arthurgrussell.com

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