Controller

Controller | Up to $120,000 + Bonus Potential | Succession Plan within a Growing Company!Central Florida | Onsite | Local Candidates Only!We are seeking a driven, hands-on finance leader to step into a high-impact Controller role with a well-established, consistently growing manufacturing company. The organization has built a long record of success by investing in its people, its customers, and the long-term health of the business. This is a rare succession opportunity, with a structured multi-month transition designed to set the next Controller up for success from day one. The company is looking for a systems-savvy professional who sees month-end close as a chance to sharpen accuracy, speed, and insight, not just a routine. There is significant room to modernize inventory accounting and reporting through automation, so the right candidate will leave a visible mark on how the business uses its financial data. The company pairs long-standing stability with a close-knit culture where leaders are accessible and contributions get noticed. Successful completion of background, drug, credit, and reference checks required!Responsibilities:Own the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close and deliver accurate, timely financial statementsTravel monthly to a regional facility to lead close meetings and partner with plant operationsOversee payables and receivables to keep them accurate, timely, and well controlledLead, coach, and develop a small accounting team across multiple locationsPerform daily inventory and system reconciliations so records stay accurate and currentSupport periodic physical inventory counts and the accounting adjustments that followTurn financial results into clear insights that help leadership move company goals forwardPartner with senior leadership to build the annual budget and set financial targetsCoordinate year-end audits with outside accounting firmsServe as the accounting point of contact for annual insurance renewalsAct as the go-to expert on accounting systems, finding ways to streamline and automate workflowsDesign automated dashboards and reports that improve visibility and reporting efficiencyRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. MBA a plusCPA preferred, but not requiredManufacturing, including strong inventory costing, tracking, and reporting requiredProven experience leading month-end close and preparing financial statementsAdvanced Excel skills requiredExperience with business intelligence or reporting tools strongly preferredA process improvement mindset and a track record of automating manual workExcellent communication and presentation skills, with a creative eye for report designWhy You'll Love Working Here:A stable, consistently growing company with a long history of successReal opportunity to modernize and automate financial processes and reportingA visible role with direct access to senior leadershipA close-knit, people-focused culture where your impact is recognized