Finance Controller — Manufacturing Leader (Onsite)

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Shakopee, MN seeks a strategic Controller to lead Finance and oversee multiple operational departments. This position offers executive visibility and the opportunity to drive financial performance, improve processes, and develop high-performing teams through data-driven decisions.

You will manage month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow while partnering cross-functionally to enhance customer experience and overall business results within a stable

Qualifications

• BA/BSc degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance leadership experience.
• Manufacturing experience with ownership of the month-end close process.
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Cost accounting/job costing background highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Analyze profitability, cost drivers, inventory, and operational performance to support business decisions.
• Develop KPIs, scorecards, and financial insights for executive leadership.
• Lead and develop teams across different lines of business.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and system enhancements.
• Partner cross-functionally to improve both customer experience and business performance.
• Serve as the primary contact for auditors, banking partners, and external advisors.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Manufacturing experience

Education

BA/BSc in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Shakopee, MN seeks a strategic Controller to lead Finance and oversee multiple operational departments. This position offers executive visibility and the opportunity to drive financial performance, improve processes, and develop high-performing teams through data-driven decisions.

You will manage month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow while partnering cross-functionally to enhance customer experience and overall business results within a stable