Controller

Alamo Group Inc.•New Philadelphia, OH

48d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for directing and overseeing all accounting and financial functions of the organization, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. This position provides leadership, training, and direction to the accounting staff and serves as a key business partner to senior management in driving financial performance, cost efficiency, and operational excellence within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to train, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff.
Expert knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and manufacturing accounting practices.
Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate results effectively.
Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and overhead allocation.
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, JD Edwards, Epicor, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to establish and maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to present financial information to non-financial leaders.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of safety and quality management systems.
Quality is a shared responsibility at Gradall. Employees are expected to be familiar with the company’s Quality Policy, actively support continuous improvement efforts, and understand how their work helps uphold our quality standards.
Ability to travel as required.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
Minimum five (5) years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least three (3) years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, training, oversight, and direction for all accounting department personnel, ensuring ongoing professional development, performance management, and succession planning.
Direct all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
Analyze financial data and prepare schedules and statements for management review and decision-making.
Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and company standards.
Review accounting reports, transactions, and inventory processes; analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure accurate costing of all labor, materials, and overhead; analyze cost structures and determine selling prices, margin evaluations on parts and finished goods.
Analyze, calculate, and update annual labor charges and overhead rates and update costs for purchased and manufactured parts.
Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, budgets, forecast based on expected shipments, and forecasts for costing, pricing, and profitability of the company.
Lead the annual budget and monthly forecasting processes, providing insight into variances and financial trends.
Monitor and maintain effective inventory policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting control of material flow; coordinate and oversee annual physical inventory.
Safeguard company assets through proper financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance measures.
Authorize payment of invoices and resolve accounts payable/receivable discrepancies and delinquencies.
Coordinate annual audits and maintain relationships with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with financial and operational controls.
Partner with operations management to analyze manufacturing costs, production efficiency, and process improvements.
Maintain and enhance financial systems and ERP software; oversee implementation and upgrades to ensure system integrity and data accuracy.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to support strategic goals and decision-making.
Prepare and present financial findings and recommendations to senior management to support operational and strategic decisions.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial and tax regulations.
Other duties as assigned.