<p><strong>Sue Sumrell is recruiting for an Assistant Controller | Public Accounting Background Required |</strong></p><p>This is a <strong>high-impact Assistant Controller role</strong> with a fast-growing, multi-entity organization—ideal for someone coming out of a <strong>large public accounting firm</strong> who wants broader ownership, visibility, and influence.</p><p>You’ll play a key role in <strong>financial reporting, close leadership, technical accounting, and team oversight</strong>, partnering closely with senior leadership in a business that’s scaling.</p><p>🔥 <strong>Why this role:</strong></p><ul><li>Own and improve <strong>month-end close and financial reporting</strong> across multiple entities</li><li>Apply strong <strong>technical accounting judgment</strong> and strengthen controls</li><li>Review and approve journal entries; oversee balance sheet integrity</li><li>Lead and develop an accounting team in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Support <strong>ERP/system initiatives</strong>, audits, and year-end close</li><li>Partner with FP&A on <strong>corporate budgeting and analysis</strong></li></ul><p>🚀 <strong>Career-defining step</strong> from public accounting into operational leadership</p><p>If you’re ready to move from client service to business ownership, let’s connect. Please email your resume directly to [email protected]</p><p><br></p>
<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>