Controller

Position Overview : We are seeking an experienced Controller with a strong background in manufacturing and private equity environments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, extensive knowledge of NetSuite, and a proven track record of driving financial efficiency and accuracy.

This role is critical in overseeing all accounting operations and ensuring the financial health of the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Financial Management :
• Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Private Equity Experience :
• Collaborate with private equity partners and stakeholders, providing financial insights and reports.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with private equity requirements.
• Lead financial due diligence, valuations, and integration processes for acquisitions or divestitures.
• NetSuite Expertise :
• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of NetSuite ERP system.
• Ensure accurate and efficient data management, reporting, and system integrations.
• Provide training and support to accounting staff on NetSuite functionalities and updates.
• Manufacturing Industry Focus :
• Manage cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
• Oversee capital expenditure tracking, depreciation schedules, and asset management.
• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and improve operational efficiency.
• Leadership & Team Management :
• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support company-wide initiatives and financial objectives.
• Drive process improvements and automation efforts to enhance accounting operations.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with a focus on manufacturing and private equity environments.
• Extensive experience with NetSuite ERP system.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] .

Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity.

You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications.

You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application.

In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .
• Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here .
• Residents of all other states may access our policies here .
• Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here .
• Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.