CONTROLLER
Summary
Lead all accounting operations for a growing cash drawer manufacturer, overseeing month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and ERP go-live for a multi-entity international operation while coaching a hybrid team of accounting professionals.
Are you an experienced Accounting Manager ready to advance into a Controller role? This is an exciting opportunity to make a broader impact by leading accounting operations, strengthening financial controls, partnering with business leaders, and helping drive strategic decision-making across the organization.
We're looking for a motivated finance professional who is eager to take the next step from managing the day-to-day accounting function to owning the financial integrity and reporting of the business. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, a passion for continuous improvement, and the leadership skills needed to build and develop high-performing teams.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
apg Solutions is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead our accounting function during a pivotal period of growth and transformation. This is a newly created role with broad ownership across financial operations, reporting, and team leadership.
We are in the final stages of an ERP re-implementation and approaching go-live, making this an exciting opportunity for a Controller who can help lead the organization through transition, stabilization, and optimization of new systems and processes. The ideal candidate is a proven Controller who can step in immediately, lead with confidence, and drive both execution and continuous improvement in a complex, multi-entity, international environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Close, Reporting & Financial Oversight
- Own and lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes end-to-end
- Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and clear communication of results
- Develop and enhance reporting packages, KPIs, and business insights for leadership
- Maintain and improve the integrity of the general ledger and supporting schedules
Audit, Controls & Compliance
- Lead the year-end audit and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
- Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements
International & Technical Accounting
- Oversee accounting for multiple entities, including international operations
- Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations
- Handle foreign currency accounting, consolidations, and related complexities
- Research and resolve technical accounting issues as they arise
Cash, Working Capital & Operational Finance
- Partner with Finance leadership on cash management, forecasting, and liquidity
- Provide visibility into working capital, inventory, and cost drivers within a manufacturing environment
- Support margin analysis and operational decision-making
ERP & Systems Leadership
- Play a key leadership role in ERP go-live and post-implementation stabilization
- Support testing validation, issue resolution, and process alignment during go-live
- Drive adoption of new workflows, controls, and reporting structures
- Identify and implement post-go-live improvements to enhance efficiency and data integrity
- Experience with Visual ERP is a plus
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of in-office and remote (including international) accounting professionals
- Establish clear expectations, accountability, and development plans
- Operate as a “player-coach,” balancing leadership with hands-on execution
Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency across accounting workflows
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, IT, and Finance to support business initiatives
- Build scalable processes and infrastructure to support growth