Chief Financial Officer Job at Bowden Manufacturing, Willoughby, OH

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  • Bowden Manufacturing
  • Willoughby, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Controller

Overview

At Bowden Manufacturing, we’re a fast-growing aerospace and defense manufacturer based in Lake County, Ohio. We’re seeking an experienced Controller to lead our finance and accounting operations. This is a high-impact leadership role for a proven finance professional with strong manufacturing expertise and the drive to shape the company’s financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct and oversee all core accounting operations: A/P, A/R, payroll, cash management, and general ledger.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; prepare accurate, timely, GAAP-compliant financial statements.
  • Provide detailed analysis of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow to support leadership decisions.
  • Drive cost accounting, inventory control, and margin analysis; partner with Production, Engineering, and all departments to improve ERP accuracy, cycle counts, and scrap reduction.
  • Manage cash flow forecasting, borrowing base reporting, and banking relationships.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis; guide leadership on operational and strategic planning.
  • Coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with GAAP, ITAR, and all regulatory requirements.
  • Lead tax planning and compliance in partnership with external advisors.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements across accounting, reporting, and ERP workflows.
  • Monitor key financial metrics, providing proactive recommendations to drive results.
  • Support capital investment analysis, pricing strategy, and long-term growth planning.
  • Present financial insights, forecasts, and recommendations directly to executive leadership.

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required (due to aerospace/defense compliance).
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 8–12 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role within manufacturing.
  • Expertise in GAAP, cost accounting, inventory control, and financial compliance.
  • Proven ERP system experience (Acumatica, NetSuite, SAP, Infor, or similar).
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
  • Hands-on, results-driven leader with the initiative to improve processes and deliver measurable impact.

Why Join Us?

At Bowden Manufacturing, this isn’t a back-office role. As our Controller, you’ll have full ownership of finance and accounting, while also shaping strategic decisions that drive growth. You’ll in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your contributions will be highly visible and impactful. For the right leader, this role offers significant advancement potential—including a clear path to CFO as Bowden continues to expand.

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