Job Description
Position Title: Controller
Salary: Based on Experience
Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is currently recruiting for a Controller on behalf of our client; a leading manufacturer committed to innovation and operational excellence. Under the direction of the President, this key role is accountable for all financial aspects of the organization, including forecasting, budgeting, plant performance metrics, and financial controls. This is a highly strategic individual contributor role—ideal for a hands-on financial leader with strong manufacturing and cost accounting experience. This fully onsite role in Racine, WI with a $20M revenue size company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Controller Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Support the President in achieving performance metrics (revenue, gross profit, inventory turns, capital forecasting).
- Establish and enforce effective internal controls and financial policies.
- Analyze strengths and weaknesses in financial control systems and make actionable recommendations.
- Provide accurate, timely financial reporting to executive leadership and Board of Directors.
- Lead the budgeting process and monthly budget audits.
- Oversee Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Costing/Inventory processes.
- Prepare and present monthly financial closings, forecasts, and KPI reports.
- Manage costing from raw materials to final product pricing.
- Conduct formal meetings with stakeholders, complete with actionable agendas and recaps.
- Manage and support the company’s financial IT systems, including ERP system.
- Coordinate system improvements for enhanced data security and operational efficiency.
- Train and support team members in financial systems use.
- Partner with operations and technology leaders to align cost structures with marketability and profitability.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cost productivity programs.
- Assess supply chain impacts and communicate changes across the organization.
Controller Requirements: - Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience.
- Strong understanding of KPIs, operational excellence, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in ERP systems.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Why Apply Through Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions?We partner with top-tier employers to connect talented professionals with career-advancing opportunities. Our personalized placement approach ensures your experience aligns with roles that match your skills, goals, and values.
To Apply: Send your resume to joann.klavekoske@acceleratepros.com. For other opportunities available through Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions go to
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