We are looking for a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for the North America market for a growing manufacturing company in Overland Park. This position partners closely with leaders across departments and locations to deliver accurate financial insight, strengthen alignment between finance and operations, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a continuous improvement mindset to help scale processes and enhance efficiency. If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity and looking for an organization where you can help make a difference and improve processes, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for further details! Responsibilities:• Direct the preparation and review of key financial reports, ensuring balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting are accurate, complete, and timely.• Lead core accounting operations, including cash activity, payables, receivables, payroll, and inventory-related financial reporting.• Manage the month-end close process by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and coordination with internal stakeholders to maintain accounting accuracy.• Establish, refine, and enforce financial policies, operating procedures, and internal control practices that support consistency and accountability.• Maintain compliance with applicable financial standards, regulatory requirements, and company guidelines while addressing potential areas of risk.• Evaluate workflows and team output to improve efficiency, optimize resource use, and preserve a high standard of financial precision.• Serve as the primary finance contact for external auditors during the annual audit and provide documentation and support as needed.• Partner with outside tax advisors to facilitate tax filings and related reporting activities.• Guide and develop the controlling team by providing leadership, coaching, and direction that strengthens capability and drives ongoing improvement.• Contribute to finance initiatives and system or process enhancements that improve reporting quality, operational effectiveness, and data integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. • At least 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance leadership roles. • Solid knowledge of accounting standards, financial controls, regulatory compliance, and reporting best practices. • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with both finance professionals and cross-functional business partners at multiple organizational levels. • Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and effective problem-solving skills. • Proven ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. • Advanced Excel skills, with experience supporting financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. • Background in month-end close, general ledger oversight, cash flow analysis, internal controls, inventory analysis, and process improvement.

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Shawnee Mission, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for the North America market for a growing manufacturing company in Overland Park. This position partners closely with leaders across departments and locations to deliver accurate financial insight, strengthen alignment between finance and operations, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a continuous improvement mindset to help scale processes and enhance efficiency. If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity and looking for an organization where you can help make a difference and improve processes, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for further details! Responsibilities:• Direct the preparation and review of key financial reports, ensuring balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting are accurate, complete, and timely.• Lead core accounting operations, including cash activity, payables, receivables, payroll, and inventory-related financial reporting.• Manage the month-end close process by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and coordination with internal stakeholders to maintain accounting accuracy.• Establish, refine, and enforce financial policies, operating procedures, and internal control practices that support consistency and accountability.• Maintain compliance with applicable financial standards, regulatory requirements, and company guidelines while addressing potential areas of risk.• Evaluate workflows and team output to improve efficiency, optimize resource use, and preserve a high standard of financial precision.• Serve as the primary finance contact for external auditors during the annual audit and provide documentation and support as needed.• Partner with outside tax advisors to facilitate tax filings and related reporting activities.• Guide and develop the controlling team by providing leadership, coaching, and direction that strengthens capability and drives ongoing improvement.• Contribute to finance initiatives and system or process enhancements that improve reporting quality, operational effectiveness, and data integrity.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

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