About this opportunity
Kyntronics lists this Controller opportunity in solon, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Kyntronics is seeking a part-time Controller to oversee our accounting team and support the next phase of Kyntronics growth in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, and defense actuation systems. This role is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. Reporting to the President, the Controller will provide accurate and timely financial information, strengthen financial processes and partner with the senior leadership team.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise with hands-on management experience in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable working in a dynamic, growth-oriented organization. It is envisioned this role will be the equivalent of 1.5 – 2 days average per week with flexible hours on-site at Kyntronics Solon Ohio office.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
• Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, cost accounting, and cash management.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and KPIs in accordance with U.S. GAAP to support executive decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against plan, including providing variance analysis to the management team and participate with implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure compliance and financial accountability with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Prepare the bi-weekly payroll and record payroll, tax, and insurance GL entries.
• Prepare the annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
• Prepre ongoing cash flow forecasts and working capital analyses.
• Oversee banking activity and customer credit management.
• Manage insurances for proper coverage and cost-effectiveness.
• Support ROI analysis on new product development and other projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate project/product costing and inventory valuation systems. Support quoting activity as required.
• Work with Purchasing and Operations to optimize inventory to support growth and customer service.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor utilization, and product margins to improve profitability.
• Interface with the Kyntronics Board of Directors as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and insurance providers.
• Provide oversight for the accounting team.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives, financing
activities, and operational improvements.
• Administer the 401K plan and provide timely DOL reporting requirements.
• Other duties as needed.
Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification or MBA a plus.
Experience
• 7 - 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years in an Assistant Controller or Senior Accounting role.
Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Manufacturing and cost accounting expertise.
• Budgeting, financial planning and reporting experience.
• ERP system experience (e.g., E2, Epicor, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, AI tools, Office 365.
Desired Competencies
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization and project management skills, energetic, hard-working.
• Detail-oriented, committed to accuracy.
• Assertive with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Promotes continuous process improvement through automation and best practices.
Performance Success Measures
• Provide timely, accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Develop scalable financial processes that support the Company's strategic growth objectives
and funding requirements.
• Improve inventory and manufacturing cost visibility.
Location
On-site at Kyntronics Solon Ohio headquarters.
Compensation
Competitive salary, flexible hours.
Worksite address
solon, OH, 44139, US
Who can apply
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