Controller (CPA + GAAP Exp. Req.)

Location: SW of Pittsburgh, PA

Salary: $150,000 – $175,000 + Annual Bonus Potential + Benefits

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401K w/ Match, PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Core Hours: M-F, 8am – 5pm

Start Date: ASAP

Travel: Less than 10% domestic travel

Sponsorship: Not available

Relocation Assistance: Available

Controller (CPA + GAAP Exp. Req.) Description

Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Controller to join their team just southwest of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a hands-on leadership opportunity supporting both high-level corporate accounting/finance and diving into the details of the day-to-day business. This role involves mentoring up to four direct reports (Accounting Manager & Staff Accountants) and four indirect clerical staff. The ideal candidate will have progressive accounting experience in a multi-division company, strong GAAP knowledge, and financial reporting expertise. Candidates transitioning from public accounting will also be considered. Success requires a driven, self-motivated professional who can be flexible and strategic in a dynamic environment. This is a great opportunity to impact a rapidly growing company with long-term career growth potential.

Controller (CPA + GAAP Exp. Req.) Responsibilities

• Support high-level complex corporate accounting/finance and day-to-day business

• Oversee Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost & Inventory Accounting, & Revenue Recognition

• Master the monthly and quarterly reporting process, and oversee the team’s future execution

• Direct budget preparation and financial forecasts, report variances

• Provide strategic financial insights for decision-making

• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements

• Coordinate regulatory reporting and ensure SOX compliance

• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial reporting per GAAP

• Analyze financial data and present accurate financial reports

• Manage tax reporting and compliance within applicable tax laws

• Evaluate the performance of accounting and financial staff

Controller (CPA + GAAP Exp. Req.) Qualifications

• CPA is required

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience is required

• Team management experience is required

• GAAP experience & strong knowledge of financial reporting is required

• Advanced Excel skills working with large databases & reporting is required

• Ability to work 100% on-site is required