Controller

Decision Associates•Harborcreek, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Port Erie Plastics is a long-established, growing, family-owned plastics manufacturer, located in Harborcreek, PA. On behalf of our client, Decision Associates is seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to lead the company's finance function. As a key member of the leadership team at Port Erie Plastics, the Controller will serve as the company's senior financial executive, functioning as a true strategic partner to executive leadership while maintaining oversight of all accounting and finance operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Accounting Principles Generally Accepted in the United States (US GAAP)
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
Experience with cost accounting, standard costing methodologies, and ERP-driven financial environments
Experience with ERP systems; Dassault IQMS ERP is a plus
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis
Familiarity with relational databases and the ability to extract, validate, and interpret data at scale
Proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred
Background in inventory-driven manufacturing environments strongly preferred — plastics manufacturing is ideal; general manufacturing, construction/building materials, or healthcare supply chain experience also valued

Responsibilities

Lead all core accounting operations.
Ensure full compliance with US GAAP standards and manage the external audit process.
Oversee cost accounting processes, including standard costing methodology, bill-of-materials integrity, and advanced variance analysis to support production decision-making and margin management.
Develop, implement, and enforce internal financial controls and accounting policies.
Develop an annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning.
Manage and optimize the company's ERP system (Dassault IQMS).
Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable financial reporting to the President and leadership team.
Lead, develop, and inspire a team of five accounting and IT professionals.
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and treasury functions.