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Lead Finance for a Growing PE-Backed Manufacturing OrganizationOur client is a rapidly growing, private equity-backed manufacturer and distributor of specialty cosmetic ingredients serving leading beauty, personal care, skincare, and consumer products companies. Due to continued growth and strategic initiatives, the company is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting and financial reporting operations while partnering closely with executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.
This is a highly visible leadership role that offers a blend of hands-on accounting leadership, operational finance, process improvement, and strategic business partnering within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Why This Opportunity?✅ Private equity-backed growth environment✅ Opportunity to partner directly with the CEO, CFO, and PE investors✅ Significant exposure to strategic initiatives and business transformation✅ Leadership role with the ability to influence operations and financial performance✅ Fast-growing manufacturing company serving the beauty and personal care industry✅ Opportunity to build and develop the accounting team Key ResponsibilitiesLead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.Oversee inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing accounting activities.
Analyze gross margins, inventory variances, and operational performance metrics.
Partner with operations, supply chain, and sales leadership to drive profitability and improve decision-making.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and lenders.
Support board reporting, lender reporting, and private equity ownership requests.
Drive process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP optimization projects.
Assist with acquisition integration, financial due diligence, and other strategic growth initiatives as needed.
Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
This is a highly visible leadership role that offers a blend of hands-on accounting leadership, operational finance, process improvement, and strategic business partnering within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Why This Opportunity?✅ Private equity-backed growth environment✅ Opportunity to partner directly with the CEO, CFO, and PE investors✅ Significant exposure to strategic initiatives and business transformation✅ Leadership role with the ability to influence operations and financial performance✅ Fast-growing manufacturing company serving the beauty and personal care industry✅ Opportunity to build and develop the accounting team Key ResponsibilitiesLead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.Oversee inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing accounting activities.
Analyze gross margins, inventory variances, and operational performance metrics.
Partner with operations, supply chain, and sales leadership to drive profitability and improve decision-making.
Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and lenders.
Support board reporting, lender reporting, and private equity ownership requests.
Drive process improvement initiatives, automation efforts, and ERP optimization projects.
Assist with acquisition integration, financial due diligence, and other strategic growth initiatives as needed.
Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff while creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.