Controller

Department: Finance / Accounting
Reports To: VP, Finance
Location: Vergennes, VT

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company's general ledger activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting in an aerospace manufacturing environment. This role supervises accounting staff, manages the month-end close process and ensures compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements
• Maintain integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts
• Oversee accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls in accordance with company policies

Supervision & Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor general ledger accountants and accounting staff
• Review staff work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members
• Promote continuous improvement within accounting processes

Operational Support

• Partner with other functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyze financial data and provide variance explanations to management
• Assist with ERP system maintenance, enhancements, and process optimization

Audit & External Relationships

• Serve as primary liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Manage relationships with external finance service providers.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in manufacturing environment required; aerospace industry experience strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, Infor, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Understanding of cost accounting and inventory accounting in a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of government contract accounting regulations preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High level of integrity and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Experience with DCAA-compliant accounting systems
• Experience supporting system implementations or upgrades

Work Environment

• Office setting within a manufacturing facility
• Regular interaction with executive leadership and cross-functional departments
• Occasional extended hours during close cycles, audits, or year-end

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance bonus eligibility
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and certification support

Shift: First Shift
Compensation: 130,000-180,000