Controller

Controller / Finance Leader

Southern NH Area | On-Site

A publicly traded global manufacturing organization is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead all accounting, financial reporting, cost accounting, and operational finance activities for a key production facility. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to leadership, driving financial performance, operational excellence, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, financial reporting, and general ledger integrity.
• Lead technical accounting, internal controls, GAAP compliance, and audit readiness.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning processes.
• Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability, productivity, pricing, and cost performance.
• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, and working capital optimization.
• Deliver actionable financial analysis and operational insights to support business decisions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP reporting enhancements.
• Develop and mentor accounting and finance staff while building a high-performing finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years accounting and finance experience within manufacturing.
• Prior Controller, Plant Controller, or senior finance leadership experience.
• Strong background in technical accounting, cost accounting, inventory, and FP&A.
• Proven ability to partner with operations leadership and influence business results.
• Experience in complex, multi-site, or publicly traded environments is a plus.

Ideal Profile

A highly visible finance leader who combines strong technical accounting expertise with operational finance leadership, thrives in a manufacturing environment, and enjoys driving performance, process improvements, and strategic growth initiatives.