Controller(Up To 72/hr)

Aston Carter • South Saint Paul, MN

6d • $60 - $72 • Onsite

About The Position

The Controller oversees the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing manufacturing business, ensuring accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting, managing multi-entity consolidations, and leading a small accounting team. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role operates with significant autonomy in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and contributes to strategic initiatives such as ERP modernization and continuous process improvement. The position is based onsite in South Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is contract to hire.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Experience preparing and managing consolidated financial statements across multiple entities.
• Experience with joint ventures and intercompany accounting, or strong familiarity with these areas.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or other product-based environments.
• Understanding of inventory accounting and inventory valuation, particularly in a manufacturing context.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting staff, including direct supervision of accounting personnel.
• Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics and/or Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• ERP implementation or system conversion experience, particularly involving Dynamics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations, including the general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial report preparation.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements for multiple entities and joint ventures.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and maintain strong internal controls across accounting processes.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to provide timely and reliable financial information.
• Partner with the CFO on business planning, reporting, and financial analysis initiatives.
• Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation and related financial reporting impacts in a manufacturing environment.
• Coordinate external audits and assist with tax and banking relationships.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including the Accounting Manager, Accountant/AP personnel, and remote accounting support.
• Support the transition from Microsoft Dynamics to Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements to accounting efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Take ownership of key initiatives, including consolidations, ERP conversion, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contribution options, if eligible.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
• Transportation benefits, if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
• Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior