• Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Title: Controller

    Location: Grand Rapids, WI

    About the Opportunity

    Pathway Talent Partners is partnering with a successful and growing manufacturing company that has built its reputation through quality, precision, and outstanding customer service. For more than 20 years, the organization has specialized in producing highly customized products that require a unique blend of craftsmanship, technical expertise, and attention to detail.

    With a strong track record of growth, a dedicated employee base, and a culture centered on teamwork and continuous improvement, the company provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a long-term career. The organization is committed to investing in its people, maintaining high standards of excellence, and delivering exceptional products to customers across the country.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while serving as a hands-on contributor responsible for the department's overall performance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
    • Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and key operational and financial metrics reporting.
    • Manage cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning processes while partnering with leadership to evaluate business performance and drive profitability.
    • Coordinate tax compliance, reporting, and audit activities with external CPA partners.
    • Oversee accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and vendor payment processes to support strong cash management and business operations.
    • Serve as the primary administrator for ERP systems, leading system enhancements, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
    • Develop actionable financial insights and recommendations related to cost control, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.

    Desired Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
    • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior leadership, supervisory, or management responsibilities.
    • Demonstrated ability to partner with operational leaders and provide financial insights that support business decision-making.
    • Experience preparing, analyzing, and communicating financial and operational data to support organizational goals.
    • Strong systems aptitude with experience utilizing accounting, financial reporting, and enterprise business systems.
    • Exposure to multi-entity, multi-location, manufacturing, or complex operating environments is preferred.
    • Highly analytical with strong problem-solving, process improvement, and reporting capabilities.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounts Payableunmatched
    • Accounts Receivableunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Business Solutionsunmatched
    • Business Supportunmatched
    • Cash Flowunmatched
    • Cash Managementunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Decision Supportunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • External Auditunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Analysisunmatched
    • Financial Controlunmatched
    • Financial Operationsunmatched
    • Financial Planningunmatched
    • Financial Reportingunmatched
    • Forecastingunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Operational Communicationsunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Profit & Lossunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Tax Regulationsunmatched
    • Tax Reportingunmatched

    Be found by employers

    5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

    Level up your application

    Professional resume templates

    Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

    Free resume templates

    Free resume builder

    Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

    Free resume builder