Hands-On Manufacturing Finance Controller & Partner

Carcoustics International GmbH; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Professional development opportunities

International team environment

Job summary

Carcoustics is seeking a hands-on Controlling and Accounting Manager for our Buford, GA location. You will lead the finance team, partner with operations and senior leadership, and drive financial planning, analysis, and reporting with a strong emphasis on accuracy and transparency.

In this role you will work day-to-day on controlling, accounting close, and ERP enhancements while balancing strategic decisions with operational execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial controlling and accounting within the manufacturing industry, preferably automotive.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP, tax law, and cost accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and reporting tools like Lucanet.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close per IFRS/local GAAP and German/Chinese GAAP.
• Ensure accuracy of general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and payroll transactions.
• Lead monthly reporting in SAP and Lucanet with deviation analyses (actual vs. target vs. plan).
• Present results to management with clear recommendations and follow-up actions.
• Maintain liquidity forecasts to ensure financial stability.
• Drive cost center accounting, product costing, and production controlling.
• Support investment planning including DCF analyses and capacity studies.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

Hands-on mentality

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

Lucanet

Excel

Job description

Carcoustics is seeking a hands-on Controlling and Accounting Manager for our Buford, GA location. You will lead the finance team, partner with operations and senior leadership, and drive financial planning, analysis, and reporting with a strong emphasis on accuracy and transparency.

In this role you will work day-to-day on controlling, accounting close, and ERP enhancements while balancing strategic decisions with operational execution.