Manufacturing Financial Controller & Senior Accountant

Certis USA; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Certis USA in Butte, MT is seeking a Controller / Senior Accountant to oversee the organization’s accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, month-end close, budgeting, and internal controls in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on accounting, experience with AP/AR, fixed assets, cost accounting, and financial reporting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and support audits, with opportunities to drive process improvements and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial statement preparation, budgeting, and month-end closing.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong algebra skills including scientific notation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Prepare monthly management reports and variance analyses.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support external and internal audits.
• Manage accounts payable process for location.
• Enter and maintain purchase orders within the accounting system.
• Review invoices for accuracy and proper approvals.
• Enter vendor bills into the accounting software.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records and support documentation.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure compliance with purchasing policies.
• Manage accounts receivable process for location.
• Maintain and transact customer sales orders within the accounting system.
• Process and fulfill sales orders in the accounting software.
• Generate customer invoices (international only) and statements.
• Maintain customer records and sales revenue as appropriate.
• Follow accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Analyze operating results and explain variances from budget and prior periods.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
• Support strategic and operational decision-making through financial analysis.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and business performance metrics.
• Serve as the primary accounting resource for department managers and leadership.
• Provide guidance and training on accounting processes and financial controls.
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, sales, and management teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Algebra skills including scientific

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Certis USA in Butte, MT is seeking a Controller / Senior Accountant to oversee the organization’s accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, month-end close, budgeting, and internal controls in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires hands-on accounting, experience with AP/AR, fixed assets, cost accounting, and financial reporting.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and support audits, with opportunities to drive process improvements and cost