Controller

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to lead all accounting operations, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and strengthen financial processes as we scale. This role is both strategic and deeply operational—ideal for someone who is proactive, process-driven, and comfortable building systems from the ground up. The Controller will partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality financial insights in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions for both Topco and subsidiaries, manage the monthly close and intercompany activity, prepare GAAP financial statements, and maintain accounting policies, the chart of accounts, and internal controls.
• Manage day-to-day cash movement, monitor bank activity, oversee wire approvals, maintain banking relationships, support lender reporting and loan compliance, and manage cash forecasting and liquidity planning.

Lead cost tracking for plant construction, equipment procurement, installation, and commissioning; manage CIP balances, capitalization, fixed asset roll-forwards, and depreciation schedules; and provide cost forecasts, cash flow visibility, and analysis for major projects.

• Develop and maintain standard costs, BOM accuracy, inventory valuation, and overhead rates; track material usage, labor allocation, and production variances; and partner with Operations and Engineering to ensure accurate production, costing, and reporting.
• Maintain budget controls, support FP&A with forecasts, variance analysis, and consolidated reporting, prepare management reports with insights for leadership
• Manage all aspects of grant accounting, ensuring proper cost segregation, allowability, documentation, indirect rate application, audit readiness, and timely preparation of budgets, reimbursement packages, and required reporting.

• Manage federal, state, and local tax filings (including sales/use tax and property tax), support external tax advisors, and ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and lender reporting requirements.

• Lead or support ERP implementation, build scalable processes for purchasing, cost tracking, approvals, and monthly close, streamline or automate reconciliations, reporting, and compliance workflows, and manage insurance renewals, coverage, and coordination with brokers to ensure adequate protection.

• Lead and develop the accounting team, and collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, and corporate leadership to support company-wide initiatives.
• Lead or support special projects and analysis as needed to improve financial visibility, strengthen operations, and support company growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, including manufacturing or chemical plant accounting.
• Strong hands-on experience in cost accounting, project accounting, and grant accounting.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting, consolidations, and intercompany.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and building accounting processes from scratch.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to operate independently.

Benefits

• Compensation: $150,000 - $170,000
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 7 company holidays and 4 floating holidays
• Medical and Dental insurance
• Parental leave
• 401 (k) plan with matching