Controller Job at Rita Staffing, Lake Wales, FL

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  • Rita Staffing
  • Lake Wales, FL

Job Description

Job Description

Controller / Accountant

On-site, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

A well-established, privately held manufacturing company in Central Florida is seeking a senior level Controller or Accounting Manager to join their leadership team.

This is a manufacturing operation with a small office environment, quick decision-making, and a family-oriented culture. The company offers the stability and benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a close-knit business.

What this role offers

Direct training and mentorship under the current CFO

Clear path to expanded leadership responsibility

Hands on involvement in all accounting and financial operations

Opportunity to influence systems, processes, and reporting

Long term stability with ownership that values loyalty and common sense

Key responsibilities

Oversee general ledger, month end and year end close, and financial reporting

Support budgeting, cash flow, and operational financial analysis

Manage Credit, Purchasing, and Accounts Payable functions

Partner with ownership on financial insight and decision support

Lead and support ERP transition to Odoo

Maintain strong internal controls in a low bureaucracy environment

Utilize advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

CPA preferred but not required

10 to 15 years of progressive accounting experience

Manufacturing background required

Some prior leadership or managerial experience

Strong systems aptitude with ERP experience, Odoo a plus

Advanced Excel skills

Comfortable working directly with ownership in a family business setting

Practical, confident, and able to operate with limited structure

Culture fit

This role requires someone who is steady, thick-skinned, and professional, yet approachable. The environment is easy-going, collaborative, and relationship-driven.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stable, long-term opportunity with leadership growth

Local candidates in Lake Wales or surrounding areas such as Winter Haven or Bartow are strongly preferred. This is an on site role and relocation is not being offered.

Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Relocation, Monday to Friday,

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