<p>Sue Sumrell is recruiting for a growing, operations-driven food manufacturing company in the Portland area hiring a Controller to take ownership of the accounting function and partner closely with leadership.</p><p>This is a high-visibility, hands-on role where you’ll go beyond reporting—driving accuracy, improving processes, and influencing real business decisions.</p><p>🎯 Why This Role Stands Out</p><p>• Direct partnership with the CFO and leadership team</p><p>• Own the numbers—not just review them</p><p>• Opportunity to build structure and improve processes</p><p>• Fast-paced, operational environment (not corporate/slow-moving)</p><p>🔍 What You’ll Own</p><p>• Full month-end close and financial reporting (P&L, BS, cash flow)</p><p>• Inventory accounting & product costing (accuracy, valuation, margins)</p><p>• GL and financial reporting for multiple entities</p><p>• Cash flow visibility and reporting to leadership</p><p>• Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</p><p>• Strengthening internal controls and audit readiness</p><p>• Driving process and system improvements (ERP, reporting, workflows)</p><p>✅ What We’re Looking For</p><p>• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience</p><p>• Strong inventory + manufacturing costing experience (non-negotiable)</p><p>• Proven ability to own the close and financials end-to-end</p><p>• Experience in food, manufacturing, or distribution environments</p><p>• Comfortable being hands-on </p><p>• QuickBooks Enterprise experience (inventory-focused systems a plus)</p><p>• CPA preferred but not required</p><p>🚨 This Role is NOT For</p><p>• Candidates with only public accounting or corporate reporting backgrounds</p><p>• Controllers who are too removed from the day-to-day</p><p>• Anyone without inventory/costing depth</p><p>⚡ Bottom Line</p><p>If you’re a hands-on Controller who understands inventory, costing, and operations, and you want a role where you can make a real impact quickly, this is worth a conversation. Please contact Sue Sumrell and email your resume directly to [email protected]</p>