Controller

The Controller will oversee financial planning and controlling, accounting and administration, compliance and reporting, cash flow and treasury support, cost management and operational efficiency, risk and insurance, systems and processes, team and resource management, and business partnership. This role requires a dynamic leader to manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance with local accounting standards and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes for the branch.
• Monitor monthly performance versus budget and provide variance analysis.
• Track KPIs, margins, costs, and profitability by department/project.
• Support management with financial analysis and decision-making tools.
• Prepare financial dashboards and performance reports.
• Oversee daily accounting and administrative operations including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, invoicing, and closings.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Guarantee accuracy of financial records and reconciliations.
• Supervise accounting documentation and ensure statutory compliance.
• Coordinate with shared services or Group Finance when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with local accounting standards, tax laws, and internal policies.
• Prepare statutory reports and support audits.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants.
• Maintain internal controls and proper documentation processes.
• Support Group reporting requirements and consolidation packages.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital.
• Manage payments, collections, and banking activities.
• Support local banking relationships and credit facilities.
• Ensure proper liquidity planning.
• Monitor expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support cost allocation and cost control processes.
• Improve financial procedures and workflows.
• Contribute to process optimization and automation initiatives.
• Support risk assessment and ensure adequate insurance coverage.
• Coordinate claims and relationships with insurance providers.
• Protect company assets through proper controls and procedures.
• Use and maintain ERP/financial systems.
• Ensure data accuracy and reporting integrity.
• Support implementation of new tools and digitalization initiatives.
• Supervise and coordinate the local accounting/administrative team.
• Assign tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance.
• Support training and development of team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and process discipline.
• Act as financial point of contact for department managers.
• Provide financial insights to support operational decisions.
• Translate numbers into clear business recommendations.

• Proficiency in accounting, general ledger, reconciliation, financial reporting, and finance.
• Hands-on experience in cost accounting and accounts receivable.
• Strong Excel skills.

• Experience with ERP/financial systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The position involves working in a dynamic environment requiring the use of ERP/financial systems. The role demands collaboration with various departments and external partners, including auditors and consultants. The individual will manage a local accounting/administrative team and should be comfortable with task assignment and performance monitoring. The work environment encourages process optimization and digitalization initiatives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waukesha, WI.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $100000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Waukesha,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.