Controller

DrinkPAK • Pennsylvania, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Controller will report to our Senior Vice-President of Accounting and is responsible for overseeing the accounting team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Controller will possess a strong technical accounting background for both public and corporate accounting, the ability to lead, mentor and build a team, and will have a proven track record with progressive advancement in their career. This position will ensure a timely and accurate month-end close process which includes financial reporting and analysis, general ledger reconciliations and supporting documents to prepare for the year-end audit. The Pennsylvania Controller will work closely with the California accounting department and management team to provide financial insights and strategic guidance for department growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA strongly preferred).
• At least 10+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar; implementation experience a plus).
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting in manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Robust attention to detail and organizational skills with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive financial discipline.

Nice To Haves

• implementation experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee financial statements, including, but not limited to, income statements, balance sheets, and trend analysis’.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, industry-specific financial regulations, and external party reporting requirements, including ASC 842 and 606.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes for the Pennsylvania location.
• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and production teams to track plant activities on a daily basis and reflect all related financial and accounting implications in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making in a sufficient and timely manner.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, including providing strategic direction for the accounting function and ensuring the team follows appropriate accounting standards and processes.
• Support ERP system improvements and financial system enhancements.
• Continue to improve processes, standard operating procedures and areas of risk mitigation.

Benefits

• 100% PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees, 100% for their dependents, paid by the Company
• A cell phone stipend
• 401(k) match program
• pet insurance
• life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager