Manufacturing Controller: Cost & Forecasting Leader

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Pty; Northfield (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Personal Development

Job summary

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies in Northfield, NH seeks a Controller to maintain and analyze financial statements, support monthly closes, and drive cost management in a manufacturing setting. You will align daily controlling activities with business needs and ensure policy compliance.

The role requires a degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred), 3–5 years in manufacturing, and strong Excel/Word skills, with English proficiency and readiness to relocate or travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional-Level English language skills preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of standard cost accounting systems; experience with QAD/Manufacturing Pro is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and able to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all financial activities related to the business, ensuring the integrity of accounting and financial systems.
• Support monthly and year-end closures, including account reconciliations and audit support.
• Submit controlling data and financial statements to management teams.
• Provide financial reports and analyses to support business activities and statutory meetings.
• Conduct standard cost planning, cost allocations, stock-taking, and manage overdue and investment processes.
• Manage construction in process and tooling projects, including asset placement and customer invoicing.
• Interface with commercial, production, and engineering teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of receivables and payables.
• Prepare and analyze monthly results, including operations based in Mexico, and report to global lead center management.
• Develop monthly rolling P&L forecasts and support annual operating planning.
• Prepare financial analyses and supporting documentation for capital investments and statutory meetings.
• Explain financial concepts to local teams and provide training as needed.
• Participate in special projects as directed by management.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelors in Accounting

Master’s preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

QAD/Manufacturing Pro

Job description

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies in Northfield, NH seeks a Controller to maintain and analyze financial statements, support monthly closes, and drive cost management in a manufacturing setting. You will align daily controlling activities with business needs and ensure policy compliance.

The role requires a degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred), 3–5 years in manufacturing, and strong Excel/Word skills, with English proficiency and readiness to relocate or travel as needed.