Manufacturing Finance Controller

Weatherford; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Controller to oversee daily financial operations. The ideal candidate will manage accounting activities, prepare budgets, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel knowledge, and at least 8 years of experience in manufacturing accounting are required. Join us to help drive financial excellence and support operational success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance field.
• 8+ years experience in manufacturing accounting.

Responsibilities

• Control daily accounting and finance activities including job costing.
• Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, and financial comparisons.
• Manage statutory and internal audits.
• Collaborate on cost-cutting initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel proficiency including macros and complex formulas

Hyperion expertise (HFM/Essbase, SmartView, FR Studio)

Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

US GAAP knowledge and application

Systems integration understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Minimum 8+ years of manufacturing accounting experience

Job description

Job Description

We're seeking a detail‑oriented Finance Controller to oversee daily financial operations in our manufacturing environment. This role combines financial expertise with operational insight to drive efficiency, cost control, and process improvement while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Control daily accounting and finance activities including job costing, payables, cash flow projections, and month‑end reporting
• Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, and financial comparisons
• Manage statutory and internal audits
• Review daily shipments, receipts, and direct labor hours
• Collaborate with manufacturing operations on cost‑cutting initiatives
• Set monthly operational targets for shipments, labor hours, and inventory
• Monitor and control operational costs including supplies, repairs, and overtime
• Plan equipment acquisition based on availability, costs, and economic projections
• Develop performance reports on jobs, personnel utilization, and financial metrics
• Direct staff activities to maximize efficiency and profitability
• Manage production budget and ensure quality standards

Skills Required

• Advanced Excel proficiency including macros and complex formulas
• Hyperion expertise (HFM/Essbase, SmartView, FR Studio)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent organizational and multitasking capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• US GAAP knowledge and application
• Systems integration understanding

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Minimum 8+ years of manufacturing accounting experience
• Comprehensive understanding of Hyperion monthly processes

Qualifications Preferred

• Advanced degree or professional certification (CPA, CMA, etc.)
• JD Edwards experience
• Manufacturing operations background

Join our team and help drive financial excellence while supporting operational success in a dynamic manufacturing environment!