Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Controller will take ownership of all accounting and financial activities, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and driving operational efficiency. This position is responsible for overseeing financial processes, internal controls, and strategic financial planning to support the company’s growth and profitability. The role also includes managing financial operations across multiple sites and driving process improvements. This position can be located in either Lomira or Oshkosh, based on candidates preference.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of the monthly and year-end financial accounting process, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, expense classifications, financial analysis, and preparation of financial statements.
• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and practices relating to the management of all accounting related functions including cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit policies, billing, general ledger, and fixed asset accounting.
• Prepare reports, which summarize and forecast company business transactions and financial positions in areas such as income and expenses, based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Support the CFO in coordinating and preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Prepare cash projections to manage cash balances effectively and optimize the return on excess cash.
• Recommend improvements in processes to remove steps and reduce costs.
• Evaluates ways to support purchasing to control or reduce costs of purchased materials.
• Prepare departmental and company-wide budgets.
• Develop and implement accounting processes and internal controls to strengthen financial oversight.
• Continually monitors compliance and regulations.
• Determine depreciation rates of assets and advise management on operational adjustments due to tax revisions.
• Analyzes actual manufacturing costs and prepares periodic reports comparing material, labor and overhead.
• Oversee and conduct proper journal entries, accruals, and other procedures and financial reporting for subsidiaries.
• Effectively manage accounting staff. Ensuring daily duties are done properly, accurately, and timely. Conduct performance reviews and wage recommendations. Develop training plans for team.
• Validates that all balance sheet accruals are completed timely and accurately.
• Oversee and ensure accuracy of all payrolls, tax filings, and regulatory compliance.
• Establishes and maintains relations with banks and other financial institutions.
• Create and recommend improvements in processes and procedures.
• Supports ERP system implementation and optimization to enhance business operations.
• Uphold company culture and core values through leadership and daily interactions.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervise two employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• Requires bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience managing/leading teams effectively.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
• Experience in multi-site financial management is a plus.
• Strong financial planning and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Proven experience with ERP systems; implementation experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of both strategic oversight and day-to-day operational involvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Demonstrate a high level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently; self-directed. Manage assigned projects effectively.
• Customer service orientated; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear; and occasionally stand and walk. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations to essential functions of the job will be made if necessary.

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