Hands-on, senior remote Controller to own full-cycle accounting for a manufacturing company: lead month-end close, prepare financial statements, maintain GL and reconciliations, manage AR/AP and invoicing, monitor cash flow, support budgeting/forecasting, ensure audit-ready records, and provide financial analysis and operational insights to leadership.
This is a remote position.
Our client is looking for a Controller to take full ownership of the accounting function and oversee the complete financial cycle of a well-established manufacturing organization. They operate within the beauty and consumer products industry and have built a strong reputation through decades of product innovation, operational excellence, and long-term client partnerships.
This is a senior-level, hands-on accounting position responsible for managing financial operations from end to end. The selected candidate will oversee month-end close activities, financial reporting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable review while serving as a trusted financial partner to leadership. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys autonomy, accountability, and making a direct impact on business performance.
• Manage and execute the full month-end close process within established timelines.
• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
• Maintain the general ledger and record journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts on a regular basis.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable aging, and accounts payable aging, proactively identifying potential risks.
• Support budgeting activities, forecasting efforts, and financial analysis requests.
• Ensure all accounting records remain organized, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Create and distribute customer invoices through the ERP system.
• Apply customer payments accurately across multiple payment methods.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up with customers regarding overdue payments.
• Process credit memos and assist with customer account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to maintain accurate customer accounts.
• Review accounts payable transactions for accuracy, coding, and documentation compliance.
• Verify invoice matching against purchase orders and supporting documents.
• Review payment runs and prepare payments for approval.
• Support accounts payable activities when necessary and assist with vendor issue resolution.
• Maintain regular communication with leadership regarding financial performance and operational concerns.
• Provide proactive updates on accounting activities, deadlines, and potential challenges.
• Translate financial information into actionable business insights for non-financial stakeholders.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience with full-cycle accounting ownership.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close processes independently.
• Experience preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, reporting, and data analysis.
• Professional written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and personal computer capable of supporting remote desktop environments.
• Availability to work during Eastern Time business hours.
Qualifications • Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, or Full-Charge Bookkeeper.
• Experience with Sage 300 is highly preferred.
• Experience with other Sage products such as Sage 50, Sage 100, or Sage Intacct is valuable.
• Experience using ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP Business One, or QuickBooks Enterprise.
• Manufacturing, inventory, or product-based business accounting experience is a strong advantage.
• Strong leadership skills with experience reviewing or supervising AP and AR functions.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement efficiencies.
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