Controller

Magswitch Automation Company•Superior, CO

13d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for leading all accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the Company's financial reporting. This position oversees general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting support, internal controls, treasury activities, audit coordination, tax compliance, and ERP financial processes. The Controller serves as a strategic business partner to executive leadership, providing financial insight that supports operational and business decisions while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory requirements. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with global operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Eight years of progressive accounting experience
Three years’ experience in a Controller or Accounting Manager leadership role
Manufacturing industry experience required
Strong knowledge of: U.S. GAAP, Cost accounting, Inventory accounting, Internal controls, Financial reporting
Experience leading audits
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred
Multi-entity accounting experience
International accounting exposure
Experience supporting global operations
Experience with ERP implementations or system upgrades
Power BI or financial reporting dashboard experience

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll accounting, Fixed Assets, Inventory accounting, and Cost Accounting.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Review account reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.
Maintain accounting policies and procedures.
Oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing cost accounting.
Analyze labor, overhead, and material variances.
Support inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
Partner with Operations to improve manufacturing profitability.
Develop and maintain strong internal controls.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
Coordinate annual external financial audits.
Manage tax filings through outside tax advisors.
Maintain documentation supporting financial controls.
Monitor cash flow and liquidity.
Manage banking relationships.
Oversee treasury activities and working capital.
Support capital expenditure planning.
Lead and mentor the accounting team.
Establish department goals and performance expectations.
Improve accounting processes through automation and continuous improvement.
Support ERP optimization and financial system enhancements.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Sales, HR, and Supply Chain.
Analyze financial performance against budgets and prior year.
Assist executive leadership with annual budgeting and forecasting.
Assist with special projects.