Manufacturing Controller

medmix; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Job summary

medmix in the Chicago area is seeking a Manufacturing Controller to lead costing, inventory, and close processes. You will report to the Head of Finance and work with leadership to optimize manufacturing performance.

The role requires strong SAP FICO experience, Excel expertise, and 5+ years in manufacturing finance, with a focus on cost analysis and process improvements. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing finance or cost accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business admin.
• Experience with SAP FICO is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and data handling capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee standard costing and variances with leadership.
• Align labor and machine hourly rate calculations.
• Manage monthly capital expenditure reporting.
• Maintain cost center/work center data and settlement rules.
• Conduct cost analyses across actuals, rolling forecast, and planning.
• Support budgeting for COGS and other expenses.
• Oversee inventory including cycles and physical counts.
• Report obsolete inventory monthly.
• Ensure timely closing procedures and audits.
• Assist in balance sheet reconciliations and audits.
• Drive cost reductions and process improvements.
• Monitor working capital and related KPIs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent working

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin

Tools

SAP FICO

Excel

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Controller to join our team in the Chicago area. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing controlling operations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support a standard costing approach and review variances with the leadership team.
• Harmonize and align labor and machine hourly rate calculations.
• Manage and report monthly capital expenditure spend.
• Maintain cost center and work center data structures and settlement rules.
• Conduct standard and ad hoc cost analysis during actual, rolling forecast, and planning periods.
• Support the budget process by preparing and presenting COGS and other expenses.
• Oversee inventory management, including cycle and physical counts
• Compile and report on obsolete inventory monthly.
• Ensure accurate and timely closing procedures.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and audits.
• Assist the leadership team in cost reductions and process improvements.
• Drive actions related to Net Working Capital and respective KPIs.
• Follow up with stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
• Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing accounting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal control standards.
• Lead process standardization and harmonization initiatives.
• Support internal and external audit activities.

Qualifications:

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong SAP FICO experience desired.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of business.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with large complex data sets.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work well with diverse personalities.

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Comply with EHS policy.
• Report unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Use and maintain personal protective equipment.
• Report accidents and near accidents.
• Comply with environmental and safety rules and policies.
• Participate in activities to safeguard the environment.

Additional Details:

• This position may require business travel (up to 5% annually).

Additional Information

Benefits we offer:

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory
• Excellent employee benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match