Tooling Controller

Post Date

Feb 24, 2026

Location

Portland,
Tennessee

ZIP/Postal Code

37148
US
Apr 26, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Accounting / Finance

Req #

NAS-9f550c2b-3516-4623-8539-daa8f7339864

Pay Rate

$105k - $125k (estimate)

Job Description

The Tooling Controller is a highly hands-on role responsible for managing all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR). This individual ensures that all invoicing is accurately sent to customers and that AP entries are correctly processed for payment. The role involves daily monitoring of cash flow and tracking the status of open jobs, which can number up to 250 at any given time, requiring the creation of vendor and customer purchase orders (POs). The Tooling Controller will interact with vendors, set up vendor accounts, obtain ACH information, and verify the accuracy of invoices. They will also validate customer POs as they are received and ensure that AP invoices are directed to the appropriate locations. This position requires regular interaction with 8 operating plants and supporting the accounting functions for the tooling centers. Responsibilities include month-end close processes, submitting reports to the C-suite, and conducting balance sheet reviews. The Tooling Controller must be comfortable presenting to the C-suite and confident in their reporting. Additionally, they will own their budget and be responsible for discussing their budget, profit and loss (P&L) statements, and balance sheets.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
1-2 years of experience as a controller in a manufacturing space
Must have experience owning a balance sheet and P&L, and working with AR/AP
Strong knowledge of transactional details, working with POs, AR/AP, cash convergence cycle, etc.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs, and pivot tables), including working with reports, analyzing data, and handling large files.
Strong communication skills; must be comfortable working with various stakeholders, including the C-suite.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.