Careers at MMI

Controller

Location: On-site | Brooklyn, OH Headquarters

Are you a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive leader who drives accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement? Are you confident in your expertise yet coachable, analytical yet action-oriented? Are you someone who thrives in a collaborative environment while ensuring the numbers and the people both tell the true story?

If so, as Controller for MMI Textiles, you’ll partner closely with the CEO/Founder and the Senior Leadership Team to shape financial and people strategy, optimize processes, and support sustainable growth. This is an on-site position based at our Brooklyn, Ohio headquarters, where teamwork and operational excellence are core to our success.

ABOUT MMI TEXTILES

Founded in 1997 and proudly headquartered in Brooklyn, Ohio, MMI Textiles is a dynamic, woman-owned company driven by a passion for textiles and innovation. We specialize in providing a wide spectrum of industrial and custom textile solutions—from woven, knit, and mesh fabrics to webbing, binding tape, hook & loop, hardware, labels, and beyond. Our unwavering commitment to quality, recognized through our ISO 9001 certification, goes hand-in-hand with a focus on sustainable, purposeful growth.

Serving a diverse range of industries—including military, medical, commercial, and tactical—we thrive on creating innovative solutions and delivering service that consistently exceeds expectations. At the heart of everything we do are our Core Values, embodied in GRACE: Gratitude, Respect, Active Learning, Continuous Improvement, and Enthusiasm, which guide our team in every interaction and every project.

We believe that great results come from great people — empowered, supported, and united around a shared mission.

THE ROLE

The Controller at MMI Textiles is a results-driven financial and operational leader who ensures excellence across both the Finance and Human Resources functions. This role oversees all accounting, reporting, payroll, and internal control functions while also managing core HR operations—including benefits administration, hiring coordination, employee relations, and compliance. Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership, the Controller helps shape financial health, foster employee engagement, and support strategic growth.

This role is fully on-site at MMI’s Brooklyn, Ohio headquarters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Leadership

• Oversee and execute all general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and operational procedures.
• Partner with CEO and senior leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial results, variances, and trends, providing actionable insights to drive business performance.
• Manage external relationships, including auditors, tax advisors, and other financial service providers.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering growth, accountability, and a culture of excellence.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements.

Human Resources Leadership

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies; coordinate open enrollment and benefits communication.
• Support hiring efforts by partnering with department leaders to identify staffing needs, assist in job postings, candidate coordination, and onboarding.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers on HR policies, employee relations, and performance matters.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen company culture, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Recommend and implement process improvements across HR operations for efficiency and compliance.

The Ideal Controller

• Analytical and detail-oriented, yet able to see the big picture and communicate insights effectively.
• Fiercely committed to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Proactive, self-starting, and able to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.
• Passionate about leading and developing teams, coaching others to achieve their full potential.
• Skilled at balancing financial rigor with people-centered leadership.
• Embodies MMI’s Core Values in GRACE in every interaction.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience; experience with HR or payroll administration preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; CPA preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting processes.
• Familiarity with HR best practices, employment law, and benefits administration.
• Proficiency with accounting and HR/payroll systems (ERP experience preferred, e.g., NetSuite, ADP, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and support strategic business decisions.
• Ability to work full-time on-site at MMI’s Brooklyn, Ohio headquarters.

If you’re ready to lead with courage, accuracy, and purpose—while shaping both the financial and people foundation of a company that values innovation and integrity—MMI Textiles would love to meet you.

Apply today and join a company where leadership, integrity, and excellence meet—right here at our Brooklyn, Ohio headquarters.

To apply, email your resume and include the position title in the subject line. Be sure to include a brief introduction. After submitting your application, you will receive a response requesting that you complete a short Culture Index survey. This helps us better understand how you work and communicate. Please take a few minutes to complete it.