Opportunity Details

The Controller position at a PE-backed manufacturing business involves partnering with the CFO to execute the company's value creation plan. This plan includes improving sales and marketing execution, optimizing the distribution network, expanding the product portfolio, and executing add-on acquisitions. The goal is to transform the business and drive scale to roughly $100mm within 4-5 years, turning the company into a powerful platform business. The client sponsoring this opportunity has a history of scaling businesses in sectors such as defense, aerospace, critical infrastructure services, and more.

The ideal candidate for this role is a highly analytical and results-driven leader with a strong cost accounting background. They should have 5-15 years of progressive career success and the ability to manage and develop a finance team. The focus will be on driving organic growth by enhancing operational efficiencies, expanding market presence, and optimizing financial strategies. The company and its clients are equal opportunity employers, encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

Overall, the Controller role at the PE-backed manufacturing business involves working closely with the CFO to drive the company's growth and transformation. The candidate will be responsible for managing and developing a finance team, improving sales and marketing execution, optimizing the distribution network, and expanding the product portfolio. The goal is to scale the business to roughly $100mm within 4-5 years and turn it into a powerful platform business. The sponsoring client has a history of scaling businesses in various sectors and is seeking a candidate with a strong cost accounting background and a track record of success in finance leadership roles.