JOB SUMMARY
The Controller position is responsible for the accounting operations of the company. This includes the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (includes Other Duties as Required)
Be a business partner to Operations, Sales, and Marketing and provide data necessary to run the business and make informed decisions
Assist and support budgeting and forecasting processes along with FP&A
Take ownership of the cost accounting function
Implement a consistent consolidated process for updating and maintaining standard costs
Manage monthly cost center reporting and variance analysis to assist cost control
Supervise and review raw materials inventory for foreign manufacturing locations as well as finished goods inventory for distribution centers.
Partner with Transactional Services Manager to manage cash and factor relationships and maintain the company cash forecasting model
Acquire a detailed knowledge of all ERP accounting and financial reporting functions. Become a resource to other departments on tracking and reporting data.
Identify and implement process and operational improvement opportunities, including the monthly close processes for all locations
Supervise the monthly financial statement consolidation of multiple international locations
Oversee the monthly general ledger account analysis and reconciliation process
Evaluate, implement and document accounting processes and internal controls
Lead the preparation for and completion of annual financial statement audit
Assist in special projects, including acquisitions and the related integration
Manage and comply with local and state government reporting requirements and tax filings

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Accounting
CPA or CMA designation preferred
8 to 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing and/or distribution
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and cost accounting
Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Strong work ethic and managerial skills
Attention to detail, and problem-solving ability

This is a hybrid position. The Controller is required to be in the Statesville, NC office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.