<p>We are looking for a Controller to lead the company’s accounting operations and deliver reliable financial insight that supports sound business decisions. This position plays a central role in financial reporting, cost analysis, and operational performance within a manufacturing environment. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, improve profitability, and support continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, fixed assets, and month-end close while overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes.</p><p>• Produce monthly financial statements and management reporting packages with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Evaluate profit and loss results each month and translate financial outcomes into clear observations for leadership.</p><p>• Track gross margin performance, manufacturing spend, and product-level profitability to highlight risks and opportunities.</p><p>• Enhance cost accounting practices by maintaining standard costing methods, inventory valuation, and related reporting processes.</p><p>• Review manufacturing variances, inventory movement, labor utilization, and overhead trends to support better operational decisions.</p><p>• Work with operations and purchasing teams to identify savings opportunities, monitor material costs, and improve process efficiency.</p><p>• Provide financial input on pricing strategies through detailed cost and margin analysis, while supporting data accuracy across related business functions.</p><p>• Support annual budgeting, ongoing forecasting, audit coordination, and tax preparation in partnership with external advisors.</p><p>• Lead and develop the accounting team while serving as the key accounting contact for the organization’s ERP environment and reporting improvements.</p>