Financial Controller

Job DetailsJob Location: Maine - Auburn - Auburn, ME 04210Position Type: Full-TimeThe Financial Controller is responsible for the overall accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Company’s financial reporting. This role owns and continuously improves the month-end close process, leads comprehensive financial and operational variance analysis, and ensures full audit readiness across all financial functions.

The Controller will maintain robust internal controls, oversee multi-entity accounting operations, and ensure compliance with GAAP and multi-state regulatory requirements. This individual is highly detail-oriented, process-driven, and capable of leading teams in a fast-paced, multi-location distribution environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Own and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and review consolidated and subsidiary financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly with proper supporting documentation
Review and approve journal entries and accruals to ensure accuracy and completeness
Maintain and enforce close calendars, deliverables, and accountability across the accounting team
Identify and resolve close process bottlenecks, driving efficiency and consistency
Preforms detailed monthly and quarterly variance analysis (actual vs. budget, forecast, prior period, and prior year.)
Identify root causes of financial and operational variances, including pricing, volume, cost drivers, and process inefficiencies
Develop clear, concise, and actionable financial narratives for leadership
Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages, including KPIs and dashboards
Lead the planning, preparation and coordination of annual external audits serving as the primary liaison with the auditors
Ensure audit readiness through accurate documentation, reconciliations, and internal controls
Oversee compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and multi-state regulatory requirements
Support tax filings including income, sales & use, and property taxes
Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements, implementing updates as necessary

Oversee day-to-day operations of General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions
Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial transactions and account classifications
Maintain and optimize the Company’s chart of accounts and financial reporting hierarchy
Monitor and enforce accounting policies and procedures across all locations
Monitor working capital metrics, including AR aging, AP cycles, and inventory related financial impacts

Establish and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting
Conduct periodic reviews of control effectiveness, identifying gaps and implementing corrective action
Ensure standardization of accounting practices and documentation across multiple entities and locations

Manage and develop accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable staff
Establish clear performance expectations, KPIs, and accountability measures
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and formal performance evaluations
Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration

Ensure accuracy, completeness and alignment between ERP systems and financial reporting (including Computers Unlimited TIMS)
Partner with IT and leadership to implement system enhancements, automation, and reporting improvements.
Participate in ERP upgrades, integrations, and system implementations.

Assist the CFO with budgeting and forecasting processes
Support treasury and cash management activities as needed
Participate in special projects, including system implementations and acquisitions
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs and organizational growth

Qualifications
Strong knowledge of GAAP financial reporting and internal controls
Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and completeness
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in financial and operational variance analysis
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and process management capabilities
Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain financial results
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
CPA or CPA track strongly preferred
7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing responsibility
3–5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or industrial environments strongly preferred
Experience in multi-entity and multi-state operations is a plus

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear
Use of hands for computer and office functions
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance