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Accounting/Controller and Administration
We are seeking a hands-on accounting professional with controller-level capabilities who is comfortable wearing many administrative hats in a small, family-owned manufacturing business.
Responsibilities
· Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable in QuickBooks.
· Reconcile accounts and close the monthly books.
· Prepare financial reports and report monthly to our CFO.
· Work within our ERP system to maintain accurate records.
· Process payroll through Paylocity.
· Assist with employee onboarding, employee records, and basic HR administration.
· Handle additional office and administrative duties based on experience and capabilities.
Qualifications
· Strong accounting experience, including monthly closings and financial reporting.
· Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel; ERP experience preferred.
· Experience with Paylocity or a similar payroll system.
· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and discretion with confidential information.
· Flexibility to manage daily accounting tasks alongside broader administrative responsibilities.
· Manufacturing and basic HR experience are a plus.
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience and the responsibilities the candidate can independently manage. The ability to take ownership of monthly closings, CFO reporting, and broader HR and administrative functions will support higher compensation.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Accounting/Controller and Administration
We are seeking a hands-on accounting professional with controller-level capabilities who is comfortable wearing many administrative hats in a small, family-owned manufacturing business.
Responsibilities
· Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable in QuickBooks.
· Reconcile accounts and close the monthly books.
· Prepare financial reports and report monthly to our CFO.
· Work within our ERP system to maintain accurate records.
· Process payroll through Paylocity.
· Assist with employee onboarding, employee records, and basic HR administration.
· Handle additional office and administrative duties based on experience and capabilities.
Qualifications
· Strong accounting experience, including monthly closings and financial reporting.
· Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel; ERP experience preferred.
· Experience with Paylocity or a similar payroll system.
· Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and discretion with confidential information.
· Flexibility to manage daily accounting tasks alongside broader administrative responsibilities.
· Manufacturing and basic HR experience are a plus.
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience and the responsibilities the candidate can independently manage. The ability to take ownership of monthly closings, CFO reporting, and broader HR and administrative functions will support higher compensation.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
- Fintech
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting manager / controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with five or more years of progressive accounting experience
- CPA certification required or strongly preferred by most mid-size and enterprise employers
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for multiple entities
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls frameworks
- Experience leading and developing a small accounting team of two to ten staff
Tips for Your Accounting Manager / Controller Job Search
Tailor your resume to the close
Accounting manager and controller roles live and die on the month-end close. Quantify how many entities you consolidated, your average close duration, and any days you cut from the cycle. Generic finance bullets won't separate you from applicants with the same CPA.
Highlight your ERP depth early
Hiring managers scan for the ERP first. Name the systems you've owned, not just used, and note whether you handled configuration, upgrades, or migrations. A controller who has lived through a NetSuite or SAP implementation is worth flagging immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists accounting manager / controller openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by entity complexity
A single-entity private company and a multi-subsidiary public company are fundamentally different controller jobs. Read each posting for consolidation scope, audit history, and SEC reporting obligations before applying so your cover letter addresses the actual complexity on the table.
Prep for the technical screen, not just behavioral
Most accounting manager and controller interviews include a technical round covering ASC 606, lease accounting under ASC 842, or deferred tax entries. Walk in knowing your position on common judgment calls, not just the standard. Interviewers want to hear how you think through grey areas.
Negotiate comp around total package timing
Controller offers frequently include a year-end bonus tied to the fiscal close you'll own immediately. Confirm the bonus cycle, its measurement period, and whether a new hire is eligible for a prorated payout before you accept, since that detail rarely appears in the written offer.
Accounting Manager / Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most accounting manager / controllers?
The most active employers for accounting manager / controllers right now are CBRE, Minnehaha Country Club, and JPMorganChase, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Industries with consistent demand include manufacturing, healthcare systems, private equity-backed companies, and commercial real estate.
How many accounting manager / controller jobs are remote?
About 40% of accounting manager / controller openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by company size and industry. Financial reporting and FP&A-adjacent controller roles at software and technology companies tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles that require on-site inventory, plant-level cost accounting, or audit liaison work are more likely to require in-person presence.
How do you become a accounting manager / controller?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then build foundational experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and close processes. Earning your CPA significantly expands the roles available to you. Progress through senior accountant and accounting manager positions, taking on consolidations, audits, and team leadership. Most controllers reach the role after several years managing close cycles and financial reporting for a full entity.
Can you get hired as an accounting manager / controller with limited experience?
Moving directly into a controller title with limited experience is rare, but accounting manager roles are more accessible if you can demonstrate ownership of a full close cycle, even at a small company or startup. Candidates who have handled audit prep, built out reconciliation processes from scratch, or managed one direct report often qualify for manager-level postings despite not having years of managerial tenure. A CPA strengthens a thinner experience profile considerably.
What does the accounting manager / controller interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four rounds. A recruiter or HR screen comes first, followed by a hiring manager interview focused on your close experience, team size, and ERP background. A technical round then tests your GAAP knowledge, journal entry logic, and sometimes a brief financial modeling exercise. Final rounds usually include a CFO or VP of Finance conversation about strategic fit, audit history, and your approach to building or improving an accounting function.
Where can I find and apply to accounting manager / controller jobs?
You can find and apply to accounting manager / controller jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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