We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance function in Appleton, Wisconsin. This role will guide financial reporting, strengthen controls, oversee cash management, and provide insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep accounting expertise, and a practical approach to improving processes, compliance, and overall financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the daily operations of the accounting and finance team, providing leadership, coaching, and clear accountability across core functions.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, sales tax, treasury tasks, and tax-related planning to maintain accurate and efficient financial operations.<br>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles and ensure financial statements are prepared accurately and delivered on schedule.<br>• Build, refine, and monitor internal controls, accounting policies, and standard procedures to protect financial integrity and support compliance.<br>• Review financial results, cash flow trends, and key performance indicators, translating data into meaningful recommendations for senior leadership.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders, including financial analysis resources, to improve budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting.<br>• Lead coordination with external auditors, banking partners, and regulatory parties while addressing audit requests and follow-up actions.<br>• Monitor liquidity needs, banking activity, debt-related obligations, and covenant compliance to support stable treasury operations.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance systems usage, and implement process improvements that strengthen reporting and efficiency.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished finance executive to step into a hands-on leadership role overseeing the full financial organization for a business based in Appleton, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position will guide core finance operations, provide clear reporting to executive and investment stakeholders, and bring structure to budgeting, cash planning, and year-end financial activities. The role also supports acquisition-related finance work and partners with leadership to strengthen business visibility through reliable data and executive reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct all major finance functions, including accounting, controls, forecasting, treasury, tax, collections, and external financial reporting.</p><p>• Complete the current budget process and refine financial plans to support leadership decision-making and board review activities.</p><p>• Oversee the monthly close cycle and ensure timely delivery of flash reports and reporting packages for executives, investors, and lenders.</p><p>• Lead year-end financial close activities and coordinate the FY2026 audit process with internal stakeholders and external auditors.</p><p>• Provide financial leadership for ongoing acquisitions by supporting diligence, transaction close activities, and post-close integration planning.</p><p>• Build and maintain a dependable 13-week cash forecast while improving cash management and working capital performance.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership on executive dashboards and enterprise reporting tools that enhance visibility into performance and liquidity.</p><p>• Serve as a key member of the leadership team and create a well-documented, stable finance function for a successful transition to a permanent CFO</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This role oversees the close process, supports financial reporting, and provides meaningful analysis that helps leadership make sound business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to guide a team, strengthen controls, and improve reporting efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>•Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to accounting and finance team members while helping coordinate priorities and workflow management.</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close activities to ensure accurate financial reporting and timely completion of deliverables.</li><li>Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and other financial transactions while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes by coordinating requests, preparing documentation, and facilitating information gathering.</li><li>Prepare, maintain, and distribute financial reports, dashboards, and key performance metrics for management review.</li><li>Perform financial analysis and develop reporting tools that support budgeting, forecasting, and business decision-making.</li><li>Monitor financial results, evaluate trends and variances, and provide recommendations to improve operational and financial performance.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting accuracy.</li><li>Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.</li><li>Travel occasionally to support business operations, training, meetings, or project requirements.</li></ul>