An expanding steel fabrication and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to serve as a key functional leader across the organization. This role carries broad responsibility — spanning financial reporting, accounting operations, investor relations, and operational finance — and reports directly to the CEO.
To be successful in this role, you should have in-depth knowledge of GAAP, experience in PE-backed manufacturing environments, and the ability to operate effectively across functions. The company will continue to grow organically and through acquisition, and the Controller will play a central role in both the financial management and operational effectiveness of the business.
Previous experience with enterprise-level companies, multi-entity environments, and ERP implementation is highly valued. Your management style must be inclusive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented — as a key functional leader, you will help build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Control and development of complete accounting and sub accounting cost analysis, reconciliation of all of the COGS inputs for accuracy across all product line.
- Develop and maintain internal control guidelines, policies, and procedures for budget accounting, cash and credit management, and related activities.
- Coordinate and direct budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, procurement activities, and financial planning; own the company general ledger and month-end close process.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards, including multi-state sales and use tax obligations managed through Avalara.
- Establish and maintain financial controls; prepare and present financial reports, board presentations to PE sponsors, lenders, and senior leadership.
- Manage bank covenant compliance and reporting, including monthly and quarterly deliverables to the lending institution.
- Manage multi-entity accounting and intercompany reconciliations across all entities.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable; provide backup support in payroll processing and ADP platform administration.
- Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures, including the company’s credit and deposit policy; analyze customer creditworthiness to evaluate requests for payment terms.
- Serve as the liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel on financial and compliance matters.
- Partner with operations and sales leadership to provide financial insight, cost analysis, and performance reporting that supports business decisions, including margin analysis and revenue recognition compliance (ASC 606).
- Oversee inventory valuation and tracking, including raw materials and finished goods, and ensure alignment between physical inventory and financial records.
- Collaborate with the purchasing function to ensure procurement aligns with budget and operational needs; review and approve vendor financing arrangements and capital equipment proposals.
- Create and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and KPIs that give leadership visibility into production performance, shipment pipelines, labor costs, and margins.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for company IT needs, including network connectivity, software administration, user access, and vendor management for technology systems.
- Participate in acquisition due diligence and integration.
- Responsible for managing the Finance Department and Team.
Controller — Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA and/or CPA/CGMA preferred.
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with significant manufacturing industry exposure.
- Experience in a PE-backed company is a plus.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred with direct support to operational functions.
- Demonstrated experience with ERP implementation and administration; Acumatica or similar platforms a plus.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise, Excel, and cloud-based business software; experience with Avalara or similar sales tax platforms a plus.
- Working knowledge of acquisition accounting, purchase price allocation, and multi-entity consolidation.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
- Comfortable operating in a hands-on, fast-paced environment with broad cross-functional responsibility.
- High degree of confidentiality, ethical behavior, and professional judgment.
Employee Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Paid vacation and holiday time, commensurate with experience
- Eligibility Management Equity incentive program
Location (Wheatland, PA): On-Site or Hybrid | Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift
Equal Opportunity Employer
