Controller

Company: Adecco
Location: East Providence
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a seasoned and proactive Controller to lead the finance and accounting function across three manufacturing sites and manage two profit-and-loss statements (P&Ls). This role is critical to ensuring GAAP and SOX compliance while driving financial discipline, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cost accounting, capitalized manufacturing variances, and ERP systems, along with a strong point of view on how a high-performing finance organization should operate. This is a hands-on leadership role for a self-starter who owns the numbers, asks the right questions, and drives clarity, accountability, and results. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead the full accounting and finance function across three manufacturing sites and two P&Ls, ensuring consistent processes, reporting, and internal controls across locations. Own timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in full compliance with U.S. GAAP. Establish, maintain, and enforce SOX-compliant internal controls; lead audit readiness and compliance activities. Drive excellence in cost accounting, including standard costing, inventory valuation, BOM integrity, and capitalized manufacturing variance analysis. Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are resolved through effective root-cause analysis. Leverage ERP systems to support accurate production order tracking, costing, and financial reporting; identify gaps and lead system and process improvements. Provide detailed financial analysis and insights to support operations, supply chain, and executive leadership decision-making. Develop and manage site-level budgets, rolling forecasts, and capital investment planning. Lead, coach, and develop finance team members across sites, fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and collaboration. Serve as a strategic business partner to the General Manager and leadership team, applying financial insight to daily operations and long-term strategy. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement and profitability. Manage interactions with corporate finance, external auditors, and other internal and external stakeholders. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred. 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. Strong background in cost accounting and capitalized manufacturing variance tracking. Hands-on experience managing or supporting multiple P&Ls. High proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, or similar); experience with system implementations or improvements is a plus. In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and internal control frameworks. Proven leadership ability, including managing finance teams across remote or multi-site environments. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with sound judgment and decision-making capabilities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, results-driven environment. Experience with HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ADP, or Workday is a plus. Pay Details: $50.00 to $180.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en -us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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