Manufacturing Controller

WorkRocket; Five Forks (SC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

401(k) Match

PTO & Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

WorkRocket is seeking a high-impact Controller to lead the accounting and finance operations in Upstate South Carolina. You’ll partner directly with executives and own the financial direction of a stable manufacturing company whose products power communities around the world.

If you have 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, a manufacturing background, and success as a Controller managing a full P&L, this role offers ownership, visibility, and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting or finance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience as Controller managing a full P&L.
• Ability to lead accounting and finance functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and finance function, overseeing the full P&L.
• Manage monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Oversee inventory, cost accounting, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance.
• Report financial and sustainability metrics to the parent company.
• Supervise and develop one direct report.
• Partner with plant leadership and international headquarters to support objectives.

Skills

Accounting/Finance

Manufacturing experience

Controller with P&L

Job description

Take the reins of a high-impact Controller role with the autonomy to shape financial strategy and drive business success. You’ll have a seat at the leadership table, partnering directly with executives while owning the financial direction of a stable company whose products play a critical role in powering communities around the world.

Our client is looking for a Controller to lead their accounting and finance operations in Upstate South Carolina.

If you have 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, a background in manufacturing, and prior success as a Controller managing a full P&L in a similar industry, this role offers the ownership, visibility, and growth trajectory you’ve been looking for.

Why Controllers Join the team in South Carolina:

• Competitive Pay: $98,000 – $105,000/yr based on experience.
• Excellent Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 4% company match on your 401(k), generous PTO and paid holidays, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and tuition assistance.
• Flexible Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with flexibility on start/end times as long as the work gets done.
• Company Culture: A close-knit organization where everyone knows your name – plus monthly team luncheons and quarterly leadership outings.
• Job Stability: Trusted supplier within a critical global industry, supported by long-term customer relationships and sustained demand.
• Meaningful Impact: Produce components integral to power generation and electricity delivery used around the world.
• Career Growth: Take ownership of key financial operations while partnering with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting and finance function, overseeing the full P&L.
• Manage monthly close, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Oversee inventory, cost accounting, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance.
• Report financial and sustainability metrics to the parent company.
• Supervise and develop one direct report.
• Partner with plant leadership and international headquarters to support business objectives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.