Controller, Finance & Banking, Corporate Finance

Skills: Financial Reporting, GAAP, Manufacturing ERP, Budgeting, Team Leadership

Our client is a respected leader in the manufacturing sector, specializing in the production of high-quality equipment for agriculture and construction. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and fostering opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment. This Controller position offers the opportunity to direct financial planning and accounting practices at a corporate level in a dynamic, growth-focused organization headquartered in Central Kansas.

• Oversee all accounting, audit, and tax activities for the corporation, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
• Analyze, consolidate, and direct accounting procedures to maintain effective records and adequate controls.
• Appraise the company's financial position and prepare periodic reports on financial stability, liquidity, and growth.
• Coordinate budgeting processes, including the collection, reporting, and analysis of budget versus actual results.
• Manage the preparation and timely submission of tax reporting information to external advisors.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and manage accurate performance reporting to parent company headquarters.
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions and oversee banking, disbursement, and fund custody procedures.
• Design and implement new operating procedures to enhance controls, efficiency, and cost management.

• BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance, with at least 10 years of experience—preferably in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and tax activities within a corporate setting.
• Strong operational knowledge of manufacturing cost ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in GAAP and financial analysis.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and hands‑on experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and manage accounting processes.

• Understanding of international accounting standards.
• Experience with AS400 or similar legacy systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication capabilities.
• Ability to travel on occasion as needed.