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Controller Waukesha County, WI $120,000 - $150,000 a year - Full-time Direct Hire Opportunity / Waukesha County / $120-150K/year Extension is seeking a Controller for a direct hire opportunity with one of our clients located in Waukesha County. We are seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations, lead an established accounting team, and help strengthen internal accounting processes. This individual will play a key role in bringing accounting functions in-house, improving financial reporting, and supporting continued organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting knowledge, a CPA background, and experience managing and developing an accounting team. About Our Client Opportunity to take ownership of accounting operations and financial reporting. Play a key role in bringing outsourced accounting functions in-house. Lead and develop an established accounting team of approximately 4-6 employees. Work closely with executive leadership on financial strategy and business growth. Be involved in future ERP improvements, acquisition integration, and process development. Key Objectives / Role Responsibilities Oversee all accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities. Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations. Lead the transition of accounting responsibilities from an external CPA firm to an internal accounting team. Establish, improve, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 4-6 accounting professionals. Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. Partner with leadership to improve financial visibility, reporting, and operational decision-making. Assist with acquisition integration and accounting activities related to future growth. Participate in ERP evaluation and implementation as the organization transitions from QuickBooks to a more scalable accounting platform. Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial reporting requirements.

Desired Skills & Qualifications Required:

CPA designation required; active license is not necessary. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience. Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliations. Demonstrated experience leading, managing, and developing an accounting team. Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

Manufacturing industry experience. Job costing or project costing experience. ERP implementation, conversion, or system transition experience. Experience working within a private equity-backed organization. Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration.

Pay:

$120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person