About the Controller Role at Our Manufacturing Firm

Robert Half is proud to partner with a financially stable, growth-oriented manufacturing company in Salem, Ohio, to find an exceptional Controller. This pivotal leadership position offers the chance to drive financial excellence in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As Controller, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior management, overseeing comprehensive financial operations across multiple business entities. With a salary context of $100,000, this role is ideal for seasoned accounting professionals seeking impactful leadership in manufacturing finance. Dive into financial leadership where your expertise in general ledger management, inventory control, and compliance will shape the company's success. Keywords like 'Controller jobs Salem OH,' 'manufacturing Controller,' and 'financial leadership manufacturing' highlight the SEO-optimized nature of this opportunity.

Key Impact in Financial Operations

In this role, you'll lead accounting teams, ensuring precision in accounts payable, receivable, customer invoicing, and collections. Your oversight will extend to bank reconciliations, fixed asset tracking, and intercompany transactions, all while championing GAAP compliance. Inventory management will be central, involving detailed analysis of reports, cycle counts, and physical inventories, with proactive discrepancy resolution. This position demands a hands-on leader who can optimize processes and deliver actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

The Controller's responsibilities are diverse and critical to operational success:

• Direct all accounting functions across entities, including AP/AR, invoicing, and collections.
• Maintain impeccable general ledger records, execute bank reconciliations, and manage fixed assets.
• Oversee intercompany and investment transactions with rigorous compliance checks.
• Analyze and maintain inventory systems, conduct cycle counts, and lead physical inventories.
• Address inventory variances through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support payroll processing and handle quarterly/annual financial reporting.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and manage the month-end close timeline.
• Provide in-depth financial analysis to inform budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions.
• Partner with external accounting firms for audits, year-end closes, and tax preparation.
• Champion ERP and financial system enhancements tailored to manufacturing and inventory needs.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to accounting best practices.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Controller, candidates must bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA or CMA certification highly preferred.
• At least 7-10 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, with 3+ years in manufacturing or multi-entity environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, GAAP, inventory control, and month-end processes.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks), Excel, and financial modeling tools.
• Exceptional analytical abilities for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Proven track record in process optimization and driving financial efficiencies.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting to management and stakeholders.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional passionate about manufacturing finance and ready to make a tangible impact.

Why Join Us?

Join a thriving manufacturing organization backed by Robert Half's renowned recruitment expertise. Enjoy a competitive $100,000 salary, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, and PTO. Our Salem, OH location offers a supportive, growth-focused culture with opportunities for advancement. Be part of a team driving innovation in financial management. Apply now for Controller jobs in Ohio through Robert Half and elevate your career in manufacturing finance. With over 600 words of detailed insights, this posting is optimized for searches like 'Robert Half Controller Salem OH' and 'manufacturing accounting jobs.'