Manufacturing Controller

SDL Search Partners; Groton (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong base pay

Bonus

401k

Health, dental, vision insurance

Additional variable compensation

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company located in Groton is seeking a Financial Operations Manager to oversee all financial reporting and operations. This role requires a strategic partner to the executive team, managing a team of five, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably in manufacturing. Competitive compensation includes a strong base pay, bonuses, and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in accounting and finance.
• CPA highly preferred for this role.
• Experience in manufacturing or tangible product industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and reporting.
• Develop and implement financial policies and controls.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and budget performance monitoring.

Skills

Strategic business partnership

Financial reporting

Cost Accounting / Inventory

General ledger accounting

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

New opening with a Global, Publicly Traded Manufacturing & Distribution company overseeing all financial operations including general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial statement preparation, operational accounting (accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management), as well as Cost Accounting / Inventory.

This position will lead a team of 5, and will have direct exposure to the C-Level Executive team. If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership of a function, and help grow / develop a team, this could be a great opportunity!

• Strong base pay
• + Bonus
• + Additional variable compensation
• + 401k
• + Fantastic benefits: health, dental, vision, and more
• + Growing company within a stable industry

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the company's financial operations and reporting
• Responsible for all Cost Accounting / Inventory, including coordination with external auditors
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls
• Manage the general ledger accounting and ensure accurate and timely financial statements
• Responsible for oversight of all accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit, and collections
• Perform account analysis and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and monitor budget performance
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax and accounting standards, regulations, and laws
• Manage monthly and year-end closing of the books in a timely matter
• Research accounting issues for compliance
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Management of the ERP system (upgrades, reporting, implementations / integrations)
• Ad hoc projects as they arise

Requirements

• Manufacturing / Tangible Product Industry highly preferred
• CPA highly preferred
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Experience managing all aspects of Accounting & Finance, including accounting operations, benefits, payroll, and partnering with CPA firm for taxes
• Ability to be a strategic business partner to leadership