Area Controller – Manufacturing Finance Lead

ESPO Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Group health and dental

401k

Job summary

ESPO Corporation is seeking an Area Controller - Plant in Charlotte, NC (South End Area). The role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls across multiple manufacturing sites.

Reporting to Sr Area Controller, you will drive financial performance and work with plant managers and senior leadership. Requires 5+ years in manufacturing accounting, a bachelor's in accounting/finance, and ERP experience (D365, IQMS, OneStream).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing (Plant accounting and financial closing).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; MBA/CMA/CPA preferred.
• Multi-site experience; strong ERP and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations within the assigned area, including accounting, budgeting/forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes with reconciliations.
• Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to leadership.
• Lead monthly/quarterly forecasts and annual budgets with Operations & Sales input.
• Maintain internal controls and coordinate audits with auditors.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff across sites.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA and/or CMA/CPA designation preferred

Tools

D365

IQMS

OneStream

Job description

ESPO Corporation is seeking an Area Controller - Plant in Charlotte, NC (South End Area). The role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls across multiple manufacturing sites.

Reporting to Sr Area Controller, you will drive financial performance and work with plant managers and senior leadership. Requires 5+ years in manufacturing accounting, a bachelor's in accounting/finance, and ERP experience (D365, IQMS, OneStream).