About the role
Description
Controller – Manufacturing Accounting & Financial Reporting
Help build the future of finance at Austin Cutlery & Tool
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Austin Cutlery & Tool is entering an exciting new chapter as we expand from a successful multi-brand distribution business into manufacturing and we're looking for an experienced Controller to help lead the transformation. Working alongside the Director of Finance and executive leadership, you'll lead the accounting function while playing a central role in standing up manufacturing accounting within SAP S/4HANA, strengthening internal controls, sharpening our financial processes, and building a high-performing accounting team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Accounting Leadership
Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across multiple entities
Deliver timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting
Oversee the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and technical accounting
Coordinate external audits and support lender and executive reporting
Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team
Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting
Design and implement manufacturing accounting in SAP S/4HANA — standard costing, WIP, and variance analysis
Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, reserves, and cost analysis
Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain
Build meaningful cost and variance reporting leadership can act on
ERP, Process Improvement & Business Partnership
Serve as Finance's functional lead for SAP financial and manufacturing processes
Participate in ERP implementation, testing, and process design
Automate accounting work and improve reporting efficiency
Partner with business leaders to support operational decisions
Drive continuous improvement across operations and internal controls
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting
Manufacturing accounting processes successfully implemented within SAP
Scalable accounting processes that support business growth
Improved accounting efficiency through automation and process improvements
A collaborative, high-performing accounting team
COMPENSATION
Base Salary: $130,000–$145,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Requirements
Must-Haves
Bachelor's degree
in accounting
7+ years
of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful experience in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with cost accounting, standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing financial reporting
Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting
Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Nice-to-Haves CPA Experience participating in ERP implementations within a manufacturing environment SAP S/4HANA experience Multi-entity accounting experience Distribution and omnichannel business experience Experience supporting a manufacturing start-up or business transformation initiative