Controller (Contract-to-Hire) Are you a strategic financial leader ready to make a real impact? Join our dynamic and collaborative team as a Controller in a contract-to-hire role, where you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and grow into a permanent leadership position. We’re a well-established, people-first manufacturing company with a reputation for quality, innovation, and a welcoming culture. As our Controller, you’ll take ownership of the entire finance function, working closely with executive leadership to drive financial performance and operational excellence. 🌟 Why This Role Stands Out + Path to Permanency: Start as a contractor with a clear path to a full-time leadership role. + High Visibility: Work directly with the President and senior leadership to shape financial strategy. + Impactful Work: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and ERP implementation that directly influence company growth. + Supportive Culture: Join a tight-knit team that values collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. 🧾 What You’ll Do + Oversee Accounts Payable, Payroll, Inventory, and Cost Accounting operations. + Analyze product line profitability and drive cost productivity initiatives. + Lead the implementation and optimization of our ERP system (Global Shop). + Deliver accurate monthly forecasts, KPIs, and board-level financial presentations. + Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align cost structures with product value. + Stay ahead of market trends and advise on supply chain and risk management strategies. 🛠️ What You Bring + 5+ years of experience in cost accounting or financial leadership in manufacturing. + Expertise in ERP systems, Excel, and financial reporting. + Strong understanding of internal controls, budgeting, and inventory management. + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or Master’s preferred). + A proactive, analytical mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. 🏢 Work Environment + Onsite, Monday–Friday in a collaborative and friendly manufacturing setting. + Be part of a company where your voice matters and your work drives real results. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $57.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Racine,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2025. 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.