Controller

Robert Half • Columbia, MD • 1h ago

Description

Controller / Accounting Manager

A small but established manufacturing company is seeking a Controller / Accounting Manager to lead its accounting and finance function in a highly visible role reporting directly to ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who wants to take full ownership of the financial function, work closely with operations, and play a key role in supporting the business as it continues to grow. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being the senior-most finance and accounting professional within a smaller organization. The right candidate will be comfortable overseeing day-to-day accounting, managing financial reporting, supporting operational decision-making, and serving as a trusted advisor to ownership. Manufacturing experience is required, and experience working with inventory, production activity, and raw materials is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the accounting and finance function as the top accounting professional within the company

Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and preparation of financial statements

Deliver timely and accurate monthly reporting and financial analysis to ownership

Partner directly with the owner on business performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning

Oversee inventory-related accounting and collaborate with internal operational staff to maintain accuracy around materials and production activity

Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory movements, and related balance sheet and income statement accounts

Analyze financial and operational results and provide insight into trends, variances, and business performance

Help establish and improve processes, controls, and reporting within a growing small-company environment

Coordinate with external partners on tax, audit, banking, and other financial matters as needed

Serve as a key resource to leadership on both accounting matters and broader business decisions

Why Apply:

Opportunity to lead the accounting function and have direct impact on the business

High-visibility role reporting directly to ownership

Broad scope across accounting, reporting, operations, and financial oversight

Ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, ownership, and working closely with leadership in a small-company setting

If you're a manufacturing accounting professional looking for an opportunity to step into a lead role and serve as the top finance and accounting resource for a business, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment

Prior experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or lead accounting role within a small or mid-sized company strongly preferred

Strong understanding of financial statement preparation, month-end close, general ledger accounting, and internal controls

Experience with inventory accounting in a manufacturing setting required

Experience working with raw materials, production inputs, or cost-related accounting strongly preferred

Experience with a larger ERP system required

Strong Excel skills and overall systems aptitude

Ability to work independently, set priorities, and communicate effectively with ownership and operational teams

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