Manufacturing Controller: Lead Finance & Ops Excellence

German American Chambers Of Commerce; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaefer Plastics seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee daily accounting for our manufacturing operations. This leadership role involves supervising a high-performing team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls in line with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing accounting expertise, public accounting exposure, and advanced Excel skills, with a proven ability to drive process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy.
• Prepare and review financial statements per US GAAP.
• Manage external audits and audit schedules.
• Oversee inventory costing and standard costing functions.
• Develop and improve internal controls and accounting procedures.

Skills

Public accounting

Manufacturing accounting

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Excel skills

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Schaefer Plastics seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee daily accounting for our manufacturing operations. This leadership role involves supervising a high-performing team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls in line with US GAAP.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing accounting expertise, public accounting exposure, and advanced Excel skills, with a proven ability to drive process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.