<p>For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of a manufacturing division in Central, Kentucky. This role will guide the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide leadership across budgeting, compliance, and internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a hands-on approach to process improvement, and the ability to develop high-performing teams while supporting sound business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring timely completion of divisional financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting.</p><p>• Maintain the division’s chart of accounts and oversee accounting systems to preserve accurate data, consistent processes, and effective financial controls.</p><p>• Provide financial oversight for subsidiary entities, verifying that reporting is complete, reliable, and aligned with applicable organizational and accounting standards.</p><p>• Review and approve key accounting activity across receivables, payables, sales, cash, expenses, reconciliations, and general ledger entries to support accurate period-end results.</p><p>• Lead recurring close review meetings with stakeholders to evaluate financial performance, resolve issues, and confirm reporting readiness.</p><p>• Improve complex reporting capabilities by enhancing tools and workflows, including the use of Excel Macros, Power Query, and related reporting solutions.</p><p>• Support system implementation, user training, and migration validation activities as they relate to accounting and financial reporting processes.</p><p>• Oversee the annual budgeting process and consolidated budget reporting while contributing to working capital improvement and financial risk management efforts.</p><p>• Establish, document, and monitor internal controls, coordinate audit activities, and drive corrective actions that address control gaps and strengthen compliance.</p><p>• Lead and develop the accounting team by setting clear expectations, coaching performance, and building a collaborative, accountable finance function.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Construction Finance Manager to support the financial management of development and construction projects in Lexington, Kentucky. This position plays a key role in tracking project performance, maintaining accurate accounting records, and delivering timely reporting that helps business leaders make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong project-based accounting experience and can work closely with operational teams to monitor budgets, costs, and forecasts throughout each project’s lifecycle.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee accounting activities for a portfolio of real estate development and construction projects, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Review project budgets and spending patterns to measure performance against approved plans and highlight meaningful trends.</p><p>• Examine cost activity, research variances, and communicate financial risks or potential savings opportunities to leadership.</p><p>• Record and allocate expenses appropriately while maintaining detailed project cost documentation and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Prepare recurring financial statements, forecasts, and project summaries for management review and decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor committed costs, actual expenditures, and projected financial outcomes to provide a clear view of project status.</p><p>• Complete account reconciliations and verify supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by handling project-related accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with construction, development, and operations stakeholders to deliver financial insight, budgeting support, and process improvements.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies across all project accounting activities</p>