Accounting Director

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Position Overview
The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, cost accounting, and internal controls for our manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with operations and executive leadership to drive profitability, improve processes, and ensure financial accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and fixed assets
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
Partner with operations to analyze production costs, margins, and efficiency metrics
Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and financial models
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and external regulations
Coordinate audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
Drive process improvements and ERP system optimization
Supervise and mentor accounting staff
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
7+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)