Manufacturing Controller

Jobot; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Manufacturing Controller for our Fairview, PA operation. You will lead manufacturing accounting, cost visibility and financial reporting to support plant leadership. The role requires a strong manufacturing accounting background and hands-on involvement with ERP systems.

You will drive cost analysis, budgeting and process improvements while partnering with production teams to enhance operational performance. This is an on-site, permanent position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of manufacturing accounting experience is REQUIRED.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting and financial reporting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing accounting and maintain accurate financial records.
• Lead month-end and year-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, work in process and production variances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis for plant operations.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits and compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with production and business leadership to identify cost trends and improve financial visibility.
• Improve accounting processes and reporting through effective use of ERP systems and Excel.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Reconciliations

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Manufacturing Controller

$60000 - $85000 per year | Fairview, PA | On-site | Permanent

Lead manufacturing accounting and financial reporting for an established plastics manufacturer in Fairview, PA. Candidates must have at least 5 years of manufacturing accounting experience.

A bit about us:

We are an established plastics manufacturer seeking a Manufacturing Controller for our Fairview, Pennsylvania operation. This role supports accurate financial reporting and partners with manufacturing leadership to understand costs, inventory and operating performance.

Why join us?

• Base salary of $60,000-$85,000 per year
• Permanent opportunity in Fairview, PA
• Hands-on role connecting accounting with manufacturing operations
• Opportunity to improve reporting, cost visibility and accounting processes

Job Details

Manufacturing Controller | Fairview, PA

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day manufacturing accounting and maintain accurate financial records.
• Lead month-end and year-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, work in process and production variances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis for plant operations.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits and compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with production and business leadership to identify cost trends and improve financial visibility.
• Improve accounting processes and reporting through effective use of ERP systems and Excel.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of manufacturing accounting experience is REQUIRED.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting and financial reporting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Controller, Assistant Controller or Accounting Manager experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing or extrusion.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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