Manufacturing Operations Controller - Cost & Profitability

Produce Careers Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Vacation

401(k)

Job summary

Produce Careers Inc. in Miami, FL seeks an Operations Controller to lead plant financial operations, including cost accounting, budgeting, and reporting. This role collaborates with the CFO and operations leadership to drive cost reduction and productivity improvements.

The position emphasizes hands-on cost management, standard costing, and performance analytics to guide strategic decisions. Strong GAAP knowledge and ERP proficiency are required for accurate financial close and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience within food manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or similar field required.
• Proficient in Excel modeling and analytics.
• Proficient with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of P&L, GL, standard costing, and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting for the plant.
• Manage cost accounting, including product costing, variance and margin analysis.
• Lead month-end and quarter-end closings and prepare financial statements.
• Develop standard costing models for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams for improvement initiatives.
• Prepare cost reports and KPI analyses for senior management.
• Lead annual budgeting and manufacturing cost forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel modeling

Job description

Produce Careers Inc. in Miami, FL seeks an Operations Controller to lead plant financial operations, including cost accounting, budgeting, and reporting. This role collaborates with the CFO and operations leadership to drive cost reduction and productivity improvements.

The position emphasizes hands-on cost management, standard costing, and performance analytics to guide strategic decisions. Strong GAAP knowledge and ERP proficiency are required for accurate financial close and reporting.