Controller

VALDESE WEAVERS•Valdese, NC

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Valdese Weavers is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company that has been in business for over 100 years. It is one of the world’s largest woven textile mills, designing and manufacturing residential and contract-grade fabrics for furniture manufacturers, fabric distributors, and large retailers. The Controller manages key financial aspects of the company, oversees the accounting department, and ensures compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. The role partners closely with the Senior Vice President, Finance and serves as a trusted financial advisor to executive management. It also leads, develops, and supervises accounting staff. The position is located at LoveLady in Valdese, North Carolina. Salary range is undisclosed. The Controller must perform duties safely in accordance with company guidelines, report job-related injuries and safety hazards, participate in safety programs, maintain 5S standards, and use PPE as required by policy and guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
At least 8 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years supervising accounting staff.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Advanced spreadsheet proficiency and strong computer skills.
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well with others.
Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA.
Manufacturing or inventory cost accounting experience.
Experience with an ERP system such as SAP.

Responsibilities

Deliver timely and accurate financial statements, cost center accounting, profitability analysis, and inventory cost accounting.
Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process.
Control, monitor, and manage company expenses against prior periods, budget, and forecast.
Establish and maintain effective internal controls across all accounting functions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the annual external financial audit and ensure all requirements are met.
Ensure regulatory and compliance filings, including Form 1099 reporting, are completed accurately and on time.
Keep accounting records and documentation current and audit-ready.
Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
Manage capital expenditure accounting and reporting.
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activity.
Lead, develop, and supervise the accounting department and staff.
Provide guidance to executive management on financial matters.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform duties safely in accordance with Valdese Weavers guidelines.
Report job-related injuries and safety hazards to the supervisor as soon as possible.
Participate in safety programs to identify, investigate, and correct safety hazards.
Maintain 5S standards and use PPE as required by policy and guidelines.