Controller (Multi-Company Manufacturing)

Our client is a national leader in commercial laundry and textile services and their facilities operate similar to other manufacturing plants. This role supports a complex, multi-entity environment and requires strong financial leadership, accurate reporting, and disciplined controls. This position works on-site daily in Far Rockaway, NY.

Job Summary:
The Controller is a hands-on finance leader responsible for multi-company accounting operations, consolidation and intercompany reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting. This role will oversee day-to-day accounting functions while driving process improvements, strengthening internal controls, and delivering clear KPI and financial reporting to leadership. The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing accounting experience, thrives in a fast-paced operational environment, and can manage complexity across multiple companies and holding entities. Reports to the CFO/COO.

Duties:

• Lead intercompany and multi-company reporting, including combined financials and high-volume intercompany transactions
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operational functions
• Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements
• Coordinate activities of external auditors and support audit readiness
• Manage the budgeting process and support forecasting and planning activities
• Assess current accounting operations, recommend improvements, and implement new processes
• Evaluate accounting systems and internal control environments; strengthen controls as needed
• Develop and monitor business performance metrics and report daily and weekly KPIs
• Oversee regulatory reporting, including tax planning and compliance as needed
• Create reporting packages for management and support leadership decision-making
• Hire, train, and retain a small accounting staff; provide ongoing coaching and performance management

Requirements:

• 5+ years of relevant experience as a Controller (or similar) in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in Accounting or Finance)
• MBA preferred
• CMA strongly preferred (Certified Management Accountant)
• CPA is a plus but not required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley
• Ability to understand and implement internal controls
• Excellent Excel skills and strong overall software/technology proficiency
• Strong communication, analytical, and people management skills

Benefits:
Why join this company?

• Competitive base salary: $150–$190k (depending on experience)
• Bonus opportunities 
• Insurance package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Career growth opportunities
• Stable, growing company with a strong reputation in the industry