We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial oversight and support sound business decision-making in Toledo, Ohio. This position is responsible for directing core accounting activities, supervising external accounting support, and delivering timely financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to accuracy, compliance, and ethical financial management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company’s accounting operations and ensure financial activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable reporting standards.<br>• Prepare and present recurring financial, management, board, and lender reports that provide clear insight into business performance and financial position.<br>• Develop, maintain, and improve accounting policies, records, and internal controls to reduce risk and support reliable financial reporting.<br>• Partner with internal leaders and external stakeholders to explain results, provide financial analysis, and support strategic planning initiatives.<br>• Oversee outsourced accounting services and monitor the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of delivered work.<br>• Manage payroll and benefits administration while helping ensure related financial records and obligations are handled correctly.<br>• Monitor debt obligations, cash activity, and treasury-related matters to support timely payments and effective financial stewardship.<br>• Maintain the chart of accounts, organized financial documentation, and structured accounting processes across the organization.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, capital planning, asset management, contractor oversight, and evaluation of overall company performance.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and provide financial guidance that supports business performance. This role will oversee the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help shape planning decisions through budgets, forecasts, and long-range analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and a background in manufacturing finance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee the accounting team, setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and driving strong performance across the department.<br>• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reports while maintaining compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.<br>• Establish, enhance, and monitor accounting policies and internal controls to improve reliability and reduce financial risk.<br>• Drive process improvements across receivables, inventory, payables, fixed assets, and payroll to increase efficiency and strengthen control procedures.<br>• Build annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and longer-range financial models to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Analyze business results, highlight key performance trends, and explain differences between actual performance and budgeted targets.<br>• Maintain reconciliations and supporting documentation for general ledger balances and reported financial statement amounts.<br>• Manage standard costing activities, including variance review and reporting, within a manufacturing environment.<br>• Support special financial reporting needs and contribute to finance-related system implementation or migration initiatives when applicable.