Controller

Michael Page International

Rochester, NH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$140,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Business Growth, Business Support, Cash Flow, Cost Accounting, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Inventory Costs, Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Process Improvement, Process Management, Production Systems, Profit & Loss Analysis, Profit & Loss Statements, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Water Quality Testing
LOCATION
Rochester, NH
POSTED
Today
This Controller role is a hands‑on leadership position within a manufacturing and production environment in Rochester, NH, overseeing financial reporting, cost accounting, and day‑to‑day accounting operations. The role partners closely with leadership and operations to drive accurate reporting, manage the close process, and support the continued growth of the business. Client Details This client is a growing manufacturing and production company based in Rochester, NH, focused on producing high‑quality heating and water systems with a strong emphasis on innovation and operational excellence. They have a collaborative, tenured team environment and are looking to bring in a hands‑on Controller to support continued growth and strengthen their financial operations. DescriptionThe responsibilities of the Controller include:Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reportingOversee cost accounting and inventory valuation within a manufacturing environment, including analysis of variancesPrepare and review financial statements, P&L analysis, and balance sheet reconciliationsLead and develop a small accounting team, ensuring strong performance and collaborationPartner closely with operations and leadership to drive financial insights, improve processes, and support business decisionsMaintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and audit requirementsSupport budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow managementIdentify and implement process improvements and efficiencies across the accounting function ProfileThe successful Controller will: Strong background in manufacturing accounting, including cost accounting, inventory, and financial reportingHands‑on experience with month‑end close, balance sheet ownership, and variance analysisProven ability to partner with operations and understand plant‑level financial driversExperience managing or mentoring a small team (2-5 direct reports or similar)Confident but not ego‑driven; collaborative, approachable, and team‑orientedTrack record of stable tenure and steady career growthStrong attention to detail with the ability to improve processes and drive efficienciesComfortable working in a growing, evolving environment and taking on increased responsibility over time Job Offer Competitive base salary: $120K-$140K (flexibility for strong candidates)20% bonus + Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Opportunity to step into a Controller role with full ownership of accounting and financial operationsHigh visibility with leadership and direct impact on business decisionsStable, long‑tenured environment with a clear succession opportunityChance to join a growing manufacturing company and play a key role in scaling the finance function MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/