Controller
- Mason, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
Pay: $130,000$140,000 + bonus
Location/Schedule: Onsite | Greater Cincinnati area (flexibility for appointments, family needs, and Flex Fridays)Were partnering with an employee-owned manufacturing company seeking a strategic and hands-on Controller to lead their accounting operations. Youll have a seat at the table with leadership and play a key role in shaping processes, supporting financial growth, and mentoring a high-performing team. This is an ideal fit for someone who values ownership, collaboration, and balance.Why Youll Love This Role
- 100% employee-owned (ESOP) your success contributes to your long-term gain
- Flexible schedule options and a culture that respects work-life balance
- Opportunity to help establish and improve company-wide financial processes
- Leadership thats open to feedback and values your input
- Collaborative environment with regular company events and cross-team interaction
- Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, and more
- Lead the budgeting process and support long-term financial planning
- Manage month-end/year-end close, audits, GL, and internal controls
- Deliver financial reports, cash flow projections, and business insights
- Oversee payroll operations across multiple locations and collaborate with HR
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, banking, and bonding requirements
- Support ESOP and retirement plan reporting and coordination
- Mentor and guide the accounting team while working cross-functionally with leadership
- Bachelors degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
- 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in leadership
- Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, tax, and financial compliance
- Experience overseeing payroll operations
- Collaborative communicator with a process improvement mindset
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting