Controller

MRA Recruiting Services•Milwaukee, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on, relationship-driven Controller to join our leadership team at a stable, growing, family-owned distribution company. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with ownership, values a collaborative culture, and thrives in an environment where flexibility, trust, and accountability matter. This is more than a numbers role — it’s a key operational and leadership position supporting the financial health and day-to-day business functions of the company.

Requirements

Minimum – 10 Years of experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
ERP system expertise required
Strong Excel and data reporting skills
Comfortable working closely with ownership in a family-run business
Collaborative, approachable leadership style
Hands-on, adaptable, and willing to step in where needed
Strong communicator who can translate financials for non-financial leaders
High integrity and respect for confidentiality

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Distribution or similar industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee financial and administrative operations across the organization
Prepare monthly financial statements, analysis, and annual operating budget
Maintain banking relationships and manage credit facilities
Reconcile general ledger accounts and oversee year-end adjustments
Ensure sales tax compliance and support annual reviewed financials
Evaluate and determine credit worthiness, levels for new and existing customers
Manage fiscal balance while supporting sustainable, scalable growth
Provide financial analysis to the President and CEO
Support and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Oversee daily accounting activities including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and fixed assets
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Support external audits, reviews, and tax filings
Process payroll and maintain accurate payroll records
Administer employee benefits (health insurance, 401k)
Oversee HR compliance, employee files, safety training, HAZMAT, forklift, and DOT compliance
Support hiring processes and new hire onboarding
Monitor inventory across warehouse locations
Oversee purchasing, vendor contracts, and rebate programs
Support warehouse operations and leadership
Monitor sales orders, delivery charges, and credit applications
Oversee IT systems, software compliance, security, and updates
Serve as the internal ERP “go-to” expert
Run sales and inventory analysis using data warehouse tools
Oversee corporate and individual income tax preparation
Manage estimated tax payments
Prepare required corporate reports
Supervise AR, AP, Purchasing, and the Warehouse Operations Manager
Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff
Review work prepared by team members and provide feedback and guidance
Work directly with the President and company leadership
Interact with customers, suppliers, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes