Controller

Lavelle Industries•Burlington, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team! Lavelle Industries Inc. is searching for a Controller based out of our Burlington, WI facility, with multi-facility oversight. In this role, you will play a critical role in guiding our financial operations while partnering closely with leaders across the organization. This role blends strong technical accounting expertise with leadership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support our long-term vision. Lavelle is a woman-owned, family business best known for our Korky® brand of toilet repair products—trusted staples in the home improvement market. We are vertically integrated, developing and manufacturing our own proprietary rubber formulations and designing products for ease of use, universal fit, and long-term performance. Our guiding principles center around process focus and reducing variation. We are a data-driven company that believes in “plot the dots” across all areas of the business. Continuous improvement is our north star, and we invest in learning—both internally and externally—to keep growing. With fourth-generation ownership actively reinvesting in innovation, our goal is simple: to stay in business forever and have fun.

Requirements

Strong foundation in accounting principles and financial operations
Experience with data analysis and financial modeling
Proven experience in team leadership and vendor management
Collaborative Leader: Supportive, team-oriented, and an active listener
Continuous Improvement Mindset: Driven to simplify processes and reduce variation
Curious Learner: Seeks out new tools, ideas, and external resources
Analytical Thinker: Strong data analysis skills with familiarity in statistical methods (e.g., control charts)
Adaptable and Forward-Thinking: Eager to learn and implement new technologies and approaches

Nice To Haves

Background in manufacturing environments is preferred
Bi-lingual English/Spanish would be a delighter

Responsibilities

Lead, develop, and support the finance team
Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Oversee capital expenditures, tax preparation (including sales & use tax), and regulatory compliance
Manage accounts payable and support accounts receivable in partnership with Customer Operations Manager
Perform financial analysis, including overhead rates and commodity price change mechanisms.
Modernize financial reporting using data visualization tools.
Promote the use of data for decision making and continuous improvement at all levels.
Champion continuous improvement efforts by making problems visible and reducing complexity.
Manage key vendor relationships, including banking, insurance, and accounting partners in the U.S. and Mexico.
Leverage external resources and partners to strengthen financial processes and capabilities.
Collaborate with HR on payroll reporting, 401(k) administration, benefit auditing, and insurance
Act as a supportive and engaged leader across the organization, embracing an “all one team” mindset

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
401k retirement savings plan with company match
10 paid holidays plus vacation time
Casual Dress Code
Free on-site health clinic with in-person and virtual appointments
Tuition reimbursement
Growth-Oriented Company Culture: Korky University Training, Annual Professional Development, Weekly Mentoring Sessions
Fringe Benefits: Discounts for local businesses, company-wide events, and more
Defined Path for Career Development
Over 100-year-old, thriving, woman-owned and family-owned business
Made in USA Manufacturer