Manufacturing Cost Controller & Finance Leader

Milwaukee Succeeds; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Succeeds seeks a Cost Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to lead cost accounting across our manufacturing operations, drive profitability, and partner with the executive team on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will supervise a team, build scalable processes, analyze product costs and inventories, and influence budgeting, forecasting, and long-term growth decisions. This role offers high visibility and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost accounting within manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost accounting activities across manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Controller and executives on financial decisions.
• Supervise accounting team and build scalable processes.
• Analyze product costs, inventory trends, and operational metrics.
• Support due diligence and integration for acquisitions.

Skills

Cost accounting

Manufacturing accounting

Financial analysis

Leadership

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Milwaukee Succeeds seeks a Cost Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to lead cost accounting across our manufacturing operations, drive profitability, and partner with the executive team on strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will supervise a team, build scalable processes, analyze product costs and inventories, and influence budgeting, forecasting, and long-term growth decisions. This role offers high visibility and cross-functional collaboration.