Manufacturing Finance Controller: Forecasts & Cost Control

Saft; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Wellness programs

Adoption assistance

Discounted stock purchase

401K match 7%

Tuition reimbursement

Short-term Disability

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employee referral award

Parental leave

Job summary

Saft, located in Valdosta, GA, seeks a Manufacturing Controller to drive month-end closings, forecasts, and consolidations. You will guide the plant's financial strategy, partner with executives, and lead accounting staff to maintain accurate inventories and robust financial reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in accounting with proven financial management experience, strong communication, and solid knowledge of accounting principles.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• Proven experience in financial management.
• Good communication skills with excellent people skills.
• Sound knowledge of accounting fundamentals.
• Compliance oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end closings, financial forecasts, and consolidations.
• Provide financial advice to manufacturing departments with financial data.
• Meet corporate and division reporting requirements.
• Manage training and evaluation of accounting staff.
• Ensure accuracy of physical inventory and control flow of raw materials and assets.
• Prepare financial documents such as business reports, forecasts, and statements.
• Monitor Saft's financial reports and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Stay current on financial trends to maximize profits and expansion opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and audit standards.
• Oversee income statements and financial transactions.
• Participate in budgeting and coordinate auditing processes.

Skills

Financial management

Communication skills

Accounting fundamentals

Analytical skills

Accounting software

Risk awareness

Education

Master's degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Saft, located in Valdosta, GA, seeks a Manufacturing Controller to drive month-end closings, forecasts, and consolidations. You will guide the plant's financial strategy, partner with executives, and lead accounting staff to maintain accurate inventories and robust financial reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in accounting with proven financial management experience, strong communication, and solid knowledge of accounting principles.