Controller - $90-$120K Per Year

Controller

Summit Skilled Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer in NEO for a talented Controller to oversee all financial operations and reporting functions. This is a high-impact leadership role for a finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and the desire to take full ownership of the accounting process, financial analysis, and strategic financial planning for a rapidly expanding organization.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the companys day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and cash management.

Manage all closing activities and produce timely, accurate, and compliant financial statements.

Deliver actionable insights through detailed analysis of financial performance, cash flow trends, and operating metrics.

Lead all cost accounting and inventory management initiatives, partnering with Production and Engineering to improve ERP accuracy, track material costs, and reduce waste.

Maintain cash flow projections, oversee banking relationships, and support capital management efforts.

Guide the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, providing data-driven recommendations for operational efficiency and strategic growth.

Coordinate annual audits and ensure adherence to GAAP, ITAR, and other applicable financial and regulatory standards.

Oversee tax filings and planning efforts in coordination with external advisors.

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen reporting systems across the organization.

Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Support executive decision-making through financial modeling, cost analysis, and long-term planning initiatives. Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

812 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least five years in a manufacturing leadership capacity.

Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and inventory control practices.

Proven experience with modern ERP systems (Acumatica, NetSuite, SAP, Infor, or equivalent).

Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.

A collaborative, hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and values process improvement. Why Work With Summit Skilled Solutions

This position offers more than just managing the books its a chance to play a critical role in the growth of a respected manufacturing organization. The Controller will have direct influence on business decisions, work closely with senior leadership, and help shape the companys financial future. For a motivated professional, this role provides both stability and the potential for long-term advancement, including a path toward a CFO-level position as the company continues to scale.