Controller at LAVELLE INDUSTRIES INC. – Burlington, Wisconsin

Join Our Team! Lavelle Industries Inc. is searching for a Controller based out of our Burlington, WI facility, with multi-facility oversight. In this role, you will play a critical role in guiding our financial operations while partnering closely with leaders across the organization. This role blends strong technical accounting expertise with leadership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to support our long-term vision.

Lavelle is a woman-owned, family business best known for our Korky® brand of toilet repair products—trusted staples in the home improvement market. We are vertically integrated, developing and manufacturing our own proprietary rubber formulations and designing products for ease of use, universal fit, and long-term performance.

Our guiding principles center around process focus and reducing variation. We are a data-driven company that believes in “plot the dots” across all areas of the business. Continuous improvement is our north star, and we invest in learning—both internally and externally—to keep growing. With fourth-generation ownership actively reinvesting in innovation, our goal is simple: to stay in business forever and have fun.

Key Responsibilities

The Controller is responsible for overseeing core financial functions while driving continuous improvement and strong cross-functional alignment.

• Lead, develop, and support the finance team
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee capital expenditures, tax preparation (including sales & use tax), and regulatory compliance
• Manage accounts payable and support accounts receivable in partnership with Customer Operations Manager
• Perform financial analysis, including overhead rates and commodity price change mechanisms.
• Modernize financial reporting using data visualization tools. Promote the use of data for decision making and continuous improvement at all levels.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts by making problems visible and reducing complexity.
• Manage key vendor relationships, including banking, insurance, and accounting partners in the U.S. and Mexico.
• Leverage external resources and partners to strengthen financial processes and capabilities.
• Collaborate with HR on payroll reporting, 401(k) administration, benefit auditing, and insurance
• Act as a supportive and engaged leader across the organization, embracing an “all one team” mindset

Experience

The successful candidate will bring a blend of accounting expertise, analytical strength, and leadership experience:

• Strong foundation in accounting principles and financial operations
• Experience with data analysis and financial modeling
• Background in manufacturing environments is preferred
• Proven experience in team leadership and vendor management

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Collaborative Leader: Supportive, team-oriented, and an active listener
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Driven to simplify processes and reduce variation
• Curious Learner: Seeks out new tools, ideas, and external resources
• Analytical Thinker: Strong data analysis skills with familiarity in statistical methods (e.g., control charts)
• Adaptable and Forward-Thinking: Eager to learn and implement new technologies and approaches

Logistics

• Ability to travel to Mexico 1–2 times per year
• Onsite role based in Burlington, WI. Standard M-F business hours schedule.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish would be a delighter

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• 10 paid holidays plus vacation time
• Casual Dress Code
• Free on-site health clinic with in-person and virtual appointments
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth-Oriented Company Culture: Korky University Training, Annual Professional Development, Weekly Mentoring Sessions
• Fringe Benefits: Discounts for local businesses, company-wide events, and more
• Defined Path for Career Development
• Over 100-year-old, thriving, woman-owned and family-owned business
• Made in USA Manufacturer

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic