About the role :
Our client is a global engineering leader, delivering high-tech components and systems to top manufacturers in aerospace, defense, land vehicles, and energy. Operating worldwide, the company serves five key markets with innovation, precision, and technical excellence. With vertically integrated facilities and decades of expertise, it continues to expand into advanced programs and technologies.
Requirements :
A bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is required. Candidates must have :
- A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in professional accounting.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, standard costing, payroll, budgeting, internal auditing, credit and collections, and cash / banking operations is essential.
- Prior experience in aerospace or manufacturing environments is mandatory.
Day to Day Responsibilities :
Controller leads and coordinates financial planning, debt management, and budgeting activities, ensuring all accounting practices align with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
The role includes but is not limited to :
Developing and recommending strategic financial objectives, metrics, and policies for the divisionPreparing reports that analyze and forecast income, expenses, and earnings based on historical and projected performanceEnsuring compliance with local, state, and federal reporting and tax requirementsOverseeing the month-end close processManaging and guiding the Finance TeamMaintaining internal controls over financial transactions, policies, and proceduresLeading budget preparation, reviewing proposals, and compiling supporting documentationProviding timely financial insights and performance updates to managementDetermining appropriate depreciation rates for capital assetsAdvising on operational changes in response to tax code updatesCoordinating external audits and preparing regulatory and corporate reportsBuilding and maintaining relationships with financial institutionsAdhering to all company policies and procedures