Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a small manufacturing business based in Englewood, Colorado. This long-term contract position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can independently manage the full-cycle accounting operations with precision and efficiency. The ideal candidate will ensure the financial integrity of the organization during a period of transition while maintaining strong controls and timely deliverables.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee daily cash activity, including cash position management and weekly cash forecasting.
• Manage Accounts Receivable processes such as invoicing, collections, and cash application.
• Administer Accounts Payable functions, ensuring accurate vendor management and timely payments.
• Process payroll efficiently, whether in-house or through an outsourced provider.
• Reconcile and maintain inventory balances while tracking material purchases and production variances.
• Ensure accurate recording of manufacturing transactions within QuickBooks.
• Complete month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of financial statements.
• Provide detailed financial analysis, margin insights, and variance explanations on a monthly basis.
• Respond to parent company requests for documentation, reporting formats, and data extracts.
• Support acquisition-related activities, including purchase accounting support.
• Extensive experience in managing month-end journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting and valuation processes.
• Proficiency in handling Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and cash management functions.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare trial balances and produce accurate financial statements.
• Skilled in payroll processing, including billing and collection activities.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel formulas.
• Ability to ensure accurate and audit-ready general ledger management.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis, particularly within manufacturing environments.