Controller

Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Controller - Hybrid This Jobot Job is hosted by: Melanie Courtney Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a 92-year-old domestic manufacturer and distributor of pipe nipples and fittings. Why join us? Great culture Strong benefits Growth opportunities Job Details Position Responsibilities: The Controller / Accounting Lead oversees all company-wide accounting and financial reporting duties including: Core Accounting – Oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll, and reconciliations; close monthly books within 15 days of month-end Cash Flow & Liquidity – Manage daily cash activities and ensure the business remains well-positioned to meet its obligations Internal Controls – Maintain and enforce practical, effective financial policies that safeguard assets and ensure accuracy Budgeting & Forecasting – Lead the budgeting process, manage reforecasts, and analyze variances with clarity Reporting & Analysis – Deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant financial statements and performance insights to leadership, board, and lenders Team Leadership – Manage and mentor a small accounting team (2 direct reports); drive accountability and growth Audit & Compliance – Coordinate with auditors and advisors; ensure compliance with tax, accounting, and loan requirements Cross-Functional Partnership – Collaborate with operations and supply chain to monitor margins, costs, and inventory ERP & Process Improvement – Pull insights from the ERP system and identify ways to improve accuracy and reporting speed Payroll & Benefits – Oversee payroll execution and assist in HR benefits administration via ADP Special Projects – Support ERP system upgrades, EOS implementation, and other operational improvement initiatives Critical Outcomes: Timely Financials – Close books and deliver accurate financials within 15 days of month-end Healthy Cash Position – Ensure sufficient cash levels for daily and strategic business needs Receivables Health – Maintain AR with >90% current within 30 days GAAP Compliance – Maintain well-documented, audit-ready, GAAP-based financials Strong Margins – Support cost management to maintain or improve historical margin levels Strategic Input – Deliver insights and financial support to help the team execute on long-term vision and value creation Key Competencies: Candidates must be able to: Detail-Oriented – You’re fanatical about accuracy and thorough documentation GAAP Knowledgeable – Strong understanding of accounting principles and reporting standards Clear Communicator – Able to translate numbers into actionable insight for cross-functional teams Relationship Builder – Skilled at maintaining strong relationships with auditors, lenders, and internal stakeholders ERP Savvy – Comfortable navigating ERP platforms (Microsoft Dynamics (GP) preferred but not required); able to pull data and analyze at a detailed level Inventory Fluent – Understands inventory processes and cost accounting in a manufacturing or distribution environment Organized & Reliable – Able to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, small business setting Practical Leader – Hands-on, steady, and willing to lead with or without a playbook Collaborative Contributor – Active participant in senior leadership meetings and EOS processes Supervisory Responsibilities: The role has two accounting admins reporting to the position currently. Education/Job Requirements: Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting CPA is a plus but not required Minimum five years of work experience in accounting related field Manufacturing and distribution experience preferred but not required Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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