Controller (Manufacturing)

Job Description

Lead Financial Operations as a Controller in a High-Impact Manufacturing Environment

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Emily Klopfenstein

Salary: $85,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

Ready to take charge of finance and operations in a fast-paced, collaborative setting? This Controller role could be your next big move.

We are a mission-driven manufacturing organization dedicated to precision, performance, and continuous improvement. With a strong foundation in quality and accountability, our team thrives on collaboration and strategic innovation. We believe in empowering our employees with responsibility and rewarding results with growth opportunities.

Why join us?

Lead financial operations with real impact on business strategy

Collaborate across departments in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Drive process improvements and cost-saving initiatives

Influence key decisions on pricing, budgeting, and capital planning

Grow with a stable company that values accountability and innovation

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and present monthly financial statements, including Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reports

Ensure inventory accuracy across raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, and supplies through routine cycle counts

Maintain and update Bills of Material in coordination with engineering teams

Analyze labor hours to support production efficiency targets

Evaluate and adjust overhead rates annually, identifying under/over absorption trends

Record capital asset transactions and maintain accurate asset listings

Oversee accounts receivable, credit evaluations, and collections processes

Track and report cost-saving initiatives in procurement

Manage the accounts payable process with strong internal controls and accurate coding

Handle tax filings, including personal property and sales/use tax

Lead annual budgeting efforts in collaboration with operational leadership, providing ongoing progress updates

Maintain financial dashboards aligned with monthly reporting

Support capital expenditure projects, including internal rate of return (IRR) analysis

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Controller or senior finance role

Preferred Traits:

Strong team collaboration skills

Strategic thinker with effective planning abilities

Clear and persuasive communicator

Adaptable and responsive to changing business needs

Self-motivated with a track record of achieving goals independently

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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