Controller

Controller

Location: Bellingham WA (Hybrid: 3 Days In Office / 2 Days Remote)
Salary: $100000$125000 DOE
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established manufacturer and are seeking a hands-on Controller to partner directly with the CFO and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization.

This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys being involved in all aspects of accounting while helping improve processes strengthen internal controls and support the companys continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including cash management and bank reconciliations
• Manage the general ledger journal entries account reconciliations and month-end close
• Oversee accounts receivable customer invoicing collections and cash application
• Monitor cash flow and prepare daily cash reporting
• Support inventory and cost accounting including inventory valuation product costing and analysis of operational costs
• Prepare financial statements and management reporting
• Process expense reports banking transactions and payroll support activities
• Assist with annual audits 1099 reporting and year-end close
• Develop and document accounting procedures and strengthen internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes reporting and operational efficiencies
• Partner closely with the CFO on financial analysis budgeting and special projects

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP general ledger accounting and financial reporting
• Experience with inventory and cost accounting in a manufacturing food production distribution or related environment is highly preferred
• Experience leading month-end close and preparing financial statements
• ERP experience required (NorthScope experience is a plus)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Self-motivated detail-oriented and comfortable working in a hands-on environment
• CPA or public accounting experience is a plus but not required

Why Join

• Report directly to an experienced CFO
• Hybrid schedule (3 days in office / 2 days remote)
• Broad exposure across accounting operations inventory and cost accounting
• Opportunity to improve systems processes and internal controls
• Stable organization with operations in Washington and Alaska
• High-visibility role with long-term growth potential

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounting Manager Assistant Controller or Controller looking to play a key role within a growing organization while partnering closely with senior leadership.