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Job Description
GSB Search Associates has been engaged by a leading manufacturer of advanced materials serving the aerospace and defense industry to identify a hands-on growth-oriented Controller.
This privately held 100% employee-owned company is known for its innovation precision manufacturing and highly collaborative work environment. With over three decades of industry leadership the company has carved out a strong niche by delivering composite solutions used in everything from military aircraft to commercial aerospace applications. Their mission-driven culture prizes initiative collaboration and a strong sense of ownership.
The ideal candidate will take ownership of core accounting operations contribute strategically to budgeting and forecasting and help modernize systems and processes including a potential ERP upgrade. This person will report to and work on projects with the Chief Financial Officer.
Why This Role is Compelling
- Youll become an owner. Every employee shares in the long-term success of the business through the ESOP structure.
- Youll have real influence. This role works closely with the CFO and is trusted to run the accounting function with autonomy.
- Youll grow with the company. From ERP implementations to board-facing opportunities youll have room to expand your impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of monthly quarterly and year-end close processes.
- Prepare financial reporting packages and maintain compliance with GAAP and DCAA standards.
- Manage balance sheet reconciliations journal entries and audit preparation.
- Support budgeting forecasting and the annual planning cycle.
- Partner cross-functionally with operations quality and supply chain teams to support business decisions.
- Maintain and improve cost accounting practices.
- Play a key role in an ERP transition from QuickBooks to a new system (UniNet preferred).
- Contribute to ESOP accounting and other financial projects.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and government requirements.
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Accounting preferred; degrees in Finance or Business will be considered with significant accounting experience
- 510 years of progressive accounting experience including cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to manage monthly close and financial reporting independently.
- Experience in DCAA accounting for government contractors is a big plus
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables macros) and experience with QuickBooks and ERP systems.
- Attention to detail with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- A team player who is humble motivated and adaptable to new challenges.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience.
- Annual cash incentive based on company performance.
- ESOP participation with a six-year vesting schedule.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Comprehensive health dental vision and life insurance.
- Paid holidays and PTO.
If youre a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for an opportunity to make a measurable impact inside a culture of ownership and accountability wed love to hear from you.
Employment Type
Full Time
