The Lumber Manufactory is seeking a Controller to own our accounting function end to end. You'll run the close, build the accounting team, and oversee payroll accounting and multi-entity consolidation, working closely with our VP of Finance, FP&A and HR. This is a chance to build the finance foundation for a company that is bringing new mills online and growing through acquisition, at a fast-growing, venture-backed company. The processes you set up will carry us through each new mill and each new acquisition.
This role is based in Seattle and reports to our VP of Finance. It's best suited for candidates who are already local or willing to relocate, with occasional travel to our Mississippi mill sites.
In This Role, You Will
Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close, delivering accurate GAAP financial statements on a predictable timeline.
Run general ledger, AP, AR, fixed assets, inventory and cost accounting, including standard costing and variance analysis for mill production.
Oversee capitalization and depreciation for mill construction and equipment, including construction-in-progress tracking.
Design and maintain internal controls, policies and procedures that scale with the business and keep us audit-ready.
Manage the annual financial statement audit and serve as the main contact for external auditors and tax advisors.
Partner with FP&A on budgets, forecasts and reporting to the CFO, leadership team and board.
Oversee payroll accounting for salaried and hourly teams, partnering with HR and payroll on timekeeping, department coding, accruals, benefits accounting, payroll tax filings and multi-state compliance.
Lead multi-entity consolidation, intercompany accounting and eliminations.
Drive accounting for acquisitions, from due diligence through opening balance sheets, purchase accounting, policy alignment and close integration.
Lead or co-lead ERP selection and implementation, and bring acquired entities onto our systems, keeping the finance stack (ERP, HRIS, AP) connected and clean.
Hire and develop accountants as the business grows, with clear roles, workflows and a close calendar that keep pace as new mills come online.
Adapt to changing priorities and support team and operational needs as they evolve.
Who You Are
A hands-on accounting leader who has run a close in a manufacturing environment.
A builder who is comfortable creating processes where none exist and scaling them as the company grows.
Willing to do the work yourself while building the team that will take it over.
A clear communicator with operators, executives, auditors and the board.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and an active CPA license.
8 - 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including time in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm preferred).
Currently in a Senior Accounting Manager, Associate Controller, Assistant Controller or Controller role.
Manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory, cost accounting and fixed assets.
Deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience owning a full close and external audit.
Hands-on experience overseeing payroll and payroll accounting, including for hourly workforces.
Based in or willing to relocate to the Seattle area.
Preferred qualifications:
M&A integration experience, including purchase accounting, opening balance sheets and integrating acquired teams and processes.
Multi-entity consolidation and intercompany accounting experience.
A track record of hiring and developing an accounting team.
ERP implementation or integration experience.
A background in wood products, lumber, forestry or other heavy-industry manufacturing.
Experience at a venture-backed, high-growth company preparing for later-stage financing, audit scrutiny or public-company readiness.
Familiarity with QuickBooks, ADP and Ramp, or comparable ERP, HRIS and spend tools.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $180,000 to $200,000. Placement within this range is determined by the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and educational background as compared to the requirements of the role.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:100% employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents (medical, dental, and vision)
100% employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Paid time off and company holidays
The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry
The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- Active CPA license
- 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Public accounting experience; Big Four or national firm preferred
- Current or recent Senior Accounting Manager, Associate Controller, Assistant Controller, or Controller experience
- Manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory, cost accounting, and fixed assets
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP
- Experience owning a full financial close and external audit
- Hands-on experience overseeing payroll and payroll accounting for hourly workforces
- Based in or willing to relocate to the Seattle area
- M&A integration experience, including purchase accounting, opening balance sheets, and integrating acquired teams and processes
- Multi-entity consolidation and intercompany accounting experience
- Experience hiring and developing an accounting team
- ERP implementation or integration experience
- Background in wood products, lumber, forestry, or heavy-industry manufacturing
- Experience at a venture-backed, high-growth company preparing for later-stage financing, audit scrutiny, or public-company readiness
- Familiarity with QuickBooks, ADP, Ramp, or comparable ERP, HRIS, and spend tools
The Lumber Manufactory Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
The Lumber Manufactory is a venture-backed sustainable lumber startup focused on domestic wood processing and supply chain infrastructure. We're building modern manufacturing infrastructure to serve the housing and construction industries while supporting responsible forest management. Our first mill is running successfully and we're actively expanding into the Southeast region. We're backed by Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital. We're solving a real supply chain problem: the US imports roughly one-third of its lumber. We're building mills to change that and become part of national infrastructure around wood processing and domestic supply. It's tied to housing, economic development, and responsible forestry management.
Why Work With Us
You'll work on infrastructure that matters. You see the impact of your work directly. We move fast, we care about excellence, and we're mission-driven. No corporate BS—just smart people solving real problems.
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