<p>Controller / Accounting Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Northwest Metro Minnesota</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $125,000 – $140,000 Base Salary</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> On-Site</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)</p><p>A growing privately held manufacturing company in the northwest metro area is seeking a hands-on accounting leader to oversee day-to-day financial operations and support broader business functions across the organization.</p><p>This is a highly visible role within a stable, team-oriented company environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with ownership and leadership while contributing across accounting, administration, HR, and operational support functions.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Controller / Accounting Manager will lead the company’s accounting function while supervising a team of two employees. This is a very hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in the details of the business and wearing multiple hats within a smaller company environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting expertise, cost accounting exposure, and a willingness to support cross-functional business needs when necessary.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting</li><li>Lead general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end close</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management activities</li><li>Support cost accounting functions including inventory, product costing, and margin analysis</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Coordinate with external CPA firm and auditors</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support process improvements</li><li>Supervise and mentor two accounting/administrative employees</li><li>Support HR-related functions including benefits administration and employee onboarding support</li><li>Assist with various administrative and operational responsibilities as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and company policies</li></ul><p>Additional Information</p><ul><li>Privately held manufacturing company with approximately $10M in annual revenue</li><li>Long-term stability and collaborative culture</li><li>ESOP retirement benefit offering employee ownership opportunity</li><li>Fully on-site position</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations for a school district north of minneapolis, Minnesota. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting informed decision-making, and strengthening fiscal accountability across district functions. The ideal candidate brings strong government or educational accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to manage reporting, compliance, budgeting support, and audit preparation in a complex public-sector environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities, including proper transaction classification, account entry review, and confirmation that receipts are recorded in the correct funds and accounts.</p><p>• Maintain short- and long-term cash planning records, monitor liquidity needs, and manage excess funds in alignment with legal guidelines and district investment practices.</p><p>• Produce month-end and year-end financial statements and supporting reports, including materials prepared for school board review such as treasury, interest, and investment summaries.</p><p>• Administer and refine the chart of accounts, ensuring the general ledger and related revenue and expenditure coding structures support accurate reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and post entries related to transfers, corrections, and adjustments, while reconciling ledger balances on a recurring monthly and annual basis.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership on budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis to identify trends affecting revenue and spending performance.</p><p>• Lead year-end accounting close activities and organize documentation required for the annual external audit, including coordination with auditors and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee financial administration of federal, state, and local grants by establishing account structures, tracking funding, preparing reports, and supporting program leaders through compliance requirements.</p><p>• Review internal control practices, recommend process improvements, and help implement agreed-upon measures that strengthen financial stewardship and operational reliability.</p><p>• Provide operational support to business office functions, including accounting, payroll, and purchasing oversight, and assist with daily leadership coverage when senior finance management is unavailable.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller. This role involves managing accounting processes, providing financial insights, and supporting plant operations to drive business success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost accounting, financial analysis, and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and present plant-specific monthly financial statements for management use in consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Analyze and reconcile balance sheets to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee the maintenance of standard cost systems and fixed asset records.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general accounting functions.</p><p>• Develop and enhance financial control systems to improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Division Controller on budgeting and forecasting activities for the site.</p><p>• Support annual audits, including financial statement, bank, and tax audits.</p><p>• Partner with other departments to identify and implement operational improvements.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the accounting team, including hiring, training, and performance management.</p><p>• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization to promote a team-oriented culture.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide interim financial leadership for a well-established nonprofit organization in Plymouth, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position offers a hybrid schedule and is expected to support the organization on a part-time basis for approximately 20 to 30 hours per week over an initial period of 4+ months. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can bring structure, accuracy, and sound judgment to a complex fund accounting environment while supporting leadership with timely financial insight. This opportunity also includes helping maintain continuity during the transition to a long-term team member.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle, ensuring all accounting activities are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain reliable financial records.<br>• Produce financial reports for organizational leadership and the Board, delivering clear and timely information for decision-making.<br>• Manage nonprofit fund accounting activities, including tracking restricted and unrestricted funds and related reporting requirements.<br>• Oversee accounting support for endowment activity, donation-related transactions, and other specialized nonprofit financial matters.<br>• Contribute to annual budgeting and fiscal planning efforts by developing forecasts, analyzing trends, and supporting budget preparation.<br>• Provide oversight for payroll processes when needed, helping ensure proper controls and accurate processing.<br>• Strengthen accounting procedures and workflow management across recurring monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks, including coordination across financial systems and operational tracking tools.<br>• Support a smooth handoff to a long-term team member by documenting processes and assisting with knowledge transfer and onboarding as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead corporate accounting and financial reporting activities in St. Cloud, Minnesota. This role will guide the close process, strengthen accounting consistency across multiple entities, and provide strategic financial insight to senior leadership. The position also plays a key part in reinforcing internal controls, supporting business planning, and advancing process improvements across the finance organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct corporate accounting operations and ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned across all entities.<br>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including consolidated reporting and the application of consistent accounting practices.<br>• Provide leadership and guidance to controllers and accounting teams within subsidiary businesses to promote accountability and operational alignment.<br>• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial analysis that supports business decisions.<br>• Evaluate financial and operational performance, identify trends and risks, and recommend actions to improve profitability, liquidity, and efficiency.<br>• Support treasury-related activities such as cash flow planning, banking coordination, financing support, and working capital management.<br>• Maintain a strong control environment by overseeing compliance with accounting standards, regulatory obligations, and internal policies.<br>• Coordinate external financial reviews, valuation support, audit readiness efforts, insurance renewals, and broader risk management activities.<br>• Lead finance technology and process improvement initiatives, including system implementation, automation, and reporting enhancements.<br>• Develop and mentor the accounting organization while supporting acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic corporate initiatives.