Controller

Walker Products Inc.•Wildwood, MO

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller is responsible for directing and overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance activities for Walker Products. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information while supporting executive leadership through meaningful financial analysis and reporting. The Controller works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and senior leadership to support the financial strength of the organization, enhance accounting processes, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, regulatory standards, and company policies. This role requires strong leadership capability, a solid manufacturing accounting background, and hands‑on experience with cost accounting and ERP systems. Experience using Epicor Kinetic is highly preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
3–5 years of proven leadership experience within accounting or finance
Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards
Advanced cost accounting and inventory accounting expertise
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis
Experience working within ERP financial modules
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable business insights

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA strongly preferred
Experience using Epicor Kinetic is highly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and fixed assets
Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal accounting policies, and financial reporting standards
Maintain accurate financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation
Oversee standard costing processes, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold analysis
Review bills of material (BOMs), routings, and labor and machine cost allocations for accuracy
Monitor manufacturing variances and collaborate with operations leadership to identify cost drivers and improvement opportunities
Support margin and profitability analysis by product line, customer, and business unit
Develop, document, and maintain strong internal control processes and procedures
Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and corporate reporting requirements
Coordinate and manage external audits, including financial statement audits and tax engagements
Establish, update, and enforce accounting policies and procedures to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risk
Assist executive leadership with the development of annual operating budgets and financial forecasts
Provide financial analysis and reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making
Monitor company performance against budget and forecast expectations
Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate findings to leadership
Maintain and oversee financial functionality within the company's ERP system (Epicor Kinetic preferred)
Partner with IT, ERP, and business stakeholders to improve financial reporting, system controls, and automation
Support ERP implementations, upgrades, and enhancements related to accounting and finance processes
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to ensure consistent performance and professional growth
Establish departmental goals, performance metrics, and accountability standards
Promote cross‑department collaboration with operations, supply chain, IT, and executive leadership