Manufacturing Controller — Path to CFO + Annual Bonus

Goodwin Recruiting; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Medical/Dental/Disability/Vacation/401

401K match

Job summary

Confidential Manufacturing Company in the Kansas City area is seeking a Controller to manage accounting and financial planning for a growing manufacturing business. You will partner with senior leaders to drive accurate reporting, FP&A, budgeting, and risk management.

The role requires a strong CPA/CMA background, 7+ years in manufacturing, ERP experience, and the ability to move toward a CFO role within seven years. Competitive compensation and performance bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA/CMA highly preferred.
• MBA in Finance/Accounting a plus.
• Minimum +7 years in a Manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience as an accounting manager or plant controller preferred.
• Experience implementing and managing ERP systems (major ERP platforms a plus).
• Experience with multiple currencies and multiple companies/locations preferred.
• Strong work ethic and initiative; ability to communicate with senior management and external partners.
• Advanced Excel and database mining skills.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Ability to move into the CFO role within 7 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting and financial management in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Lead payroll, cash management, contract performance analysis, and risk management.
• Ensure ERP and BI tool utilization for visibility and efficiency.
• Support quarterly reporting and annual audit processes.

Skills

Excel

Database mining

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

B.S. in Accounting

CPA/CMA preferred

MBA in Finance/Accounting a plus

7+ years in Manufacturing

Tools

ERP systems

Major ERP platforms

Job description

Confidential Manufacturing Company in the Kansas City area is seeking a Controller to manage accounting and financial planning for a growing manufacturing business. You will partner with senior leaders to drive accurate reporting, FP&A, budgeting, and risk management.

The role requires a strong CPA/CMA background, 7+ years in manufacturing, ERP experience, and the ability to move toward a CFO role within seven years. Competitive compensation and performance bonuses are offered.