<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to support with critical financial leadership and oversight. This Long-term Contract position will focus on year-end close, financial reporting, budget stewardship, and operational guidance across key programs and teams. The ideal candidate brings strong public sector expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to partner with leadership on strategic and compliance-focused initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead year-end close activities and oversee the preparation of accurate financial reports, statements, and supporting documentation for leadership and governing stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with department leadership to shape near-term and long-range financial and operational plans that align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Provide senior-level guidance for major departmental initiatives, cross-functional efforts, and organizational change activities, including serving in a delegated leadership capacity when needed.</p><p>• Direct oversight of budgets, forecasting, procurement coordination, contract administration, and internal control practices to protect public resources.</p><p>• Monitor divisional performance, establish measurable operating standards, and drive continuous improvement in service quality and accountability.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with applicable city, state, and federal requirements across financial and operational activities.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and evaluate managers and senior staff while fostering staff development, succession readiness, and an engaged workplace culture.</p><p>• Represent the department in meetings and communications with internal leaders, external partners, and other key stakeholders.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead the financial activities of a manufacturing operation in Petersburg, Virginia. This role partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen cost visibility, support sound business decisions, and improve overall operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting expertise, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to translate financial data into practical recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct plant-level accounting activities, including financial reporting related to inventory, production, payroll, and accounts payable.<br>• Evaluate financial and operating performance trends and present meaningful recommendations to improve results.<br>• Oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycle to support short- and long-term business objectives.<br>• Maintain compliance with corporate financial policies while reinforcing effective internal controls across the site.<br>• Work alongside operations leaders to verify material consumption, production costing, and inventory integrity.<br>• Guide, mentor, and develop the on-site accounting team to build capability and accountability.<br>• Provide financial analysis and modeling support for capital investments and key operational initiatives.<br>• Lead month-end close activities and ensure timely, accurate reconciliation of plant financial records.