Plant Controller - Finance & Analytics

Materion; Newton Upper Falls (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion is seeking a skilled finance professional for the Newton plant to manage month-end closing, journal entries, reconciliations and cost analysis. You will support the Plant Controller and Director of Finance with inventory, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. Integrity and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Manufacturing or plant accounting experience preferred.
• Proficient with GAAP and Excel; SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end closing activities for the Newton plant, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support the Plant Controller and Director of Finance with monthly cycle counts, inventory processes, and cost reports.
• Prepare monthly forecast and annual budget processes and related analytics.
• Assist with annual audits and maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Planning & organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Materion is seeking a skilled finance professional for the Newton plant to manage month-end closing, journal entries, reconciliations and cost analysis. You will support the Plant Controller and Director of Finance with inventory, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. Integrity and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.