Controller

Our client in Green Bay is currently looking for a controller. Our client is looking for someone with 3+ years of accounting experience, highly organized and a strong culture fit with their team!

The salary range for this position is $90k-150k.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the accounting function, including assigning priorities, improving workflows, mentoring team members, and driving department performance. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Manage all core accounting activities including financial reporting, general ledger management, account reconciliations, accounts payable, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and maintenance of accounting structures and reporting hierarchies.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. Analyze financial performance, identify trends and variances, and communicate meaningful insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal accounting standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. Maintain strong financial governance practices across the organization.
• Lead preparation of financial and regulatory reporting requirements, including year-end statements, audit schedules, tax-related filings, and other required submissions.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, internal reviews, and examinations. Coordinate documentation, facilitate audit requests, and oversee resolution of findings and recommendations.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes to reduce risk, improve accuracy, and support operational growth.
• Monitor organizational spending and financial performance by reviewing expense activity, analyzing variances, validating allocations, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and cost management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts through analysis, reporting, and collaboration with leadership teams. Assist in developing financial models and operational forecasts that support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee vendor payment processes and ensure adherence to purchasing controls, approval workflows, and payment timelines.
• Maintain oversight of fixed asset accounting, including capitalization policies, depreciation schedules, and asset tracking.
• Ensure payroll processes and related tax filings are completed accurately and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Participate in enterprise-wide initiatives including system implementations, process redesign, automation efforts, acquisitions, integrations, and operational improvement projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operational leaders and business partners to support organizational objectives and enhance financial visibility throughout the organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting capabilities, streamline processes, and strengthen the scalability of accounting operations as the organization continues to grow.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required; CPA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience with increasing responsibility in financial reporting, close management, and internal controls.
• Prior leadership experience managing or mentoring accounting staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of financial statement preparation, GAAP, audit support, compliance requirements, and accounting operations.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate financial data, identify trends, solve problems, and make sound business recommendations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professional judgment.
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment and contribute to long-term operational and financial improvements.