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Robert Half
Controller
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What they do
A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$171,473 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an accomplished Controller to lead the financial operations of a growing manufacturing organization in Youngstown/Warren/OH and Sharon/PA areas. This position will serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership, combining strong accounting oversight with forward-looking financial guidance that supports continued expansion. The ideal candidate brings experience in complex manufacturing settings and can translate financial data into practical insight for operational and strategic decisions.
Responsibilities:
- Direct all core accounting activities, including the general ledger, monthly close cycle, account reconciliations, and cost accounting across multiple product lines.
- Create and strengthen internal financial controls, policies, and procedures covering budgeting, cash management, credit practices, and day-to-day accounting governance.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance review processes while providing clear financial planning support to company leadership.
- Prepare accurate financial statements and executive-level reporting packages for senior leaders, lenders, and private equity stakeholders.
- Oversee compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including multi-state sales and use tax requirements and other reporting obligations.
- Manage accounting across multiple legal entities, including intercompany activity, reconciliations, and consolidated financial accuracy.
- Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions and provide support for payroll administration and finance-related system oversight when needed.
- Partner with operations, sales, and purchasing leaders to evaluate margins, inventory performance, procurement decisions, capital spending, and revenue recognition matters.
- Coordinate relationships with external auditors, tax professionals, legal advisors, and lending partners, including required covenant reporting and documentation.
- Support acquisition-related financial due diligence, integration efforts, and the ongoing development of the finance team and department structure.