Plant Controller — Manufacturing Finance Leader

Matrix Adhesives; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Adhesives Group is a growth-driven company delivering bonding and sealing solutions across diverse industries. Founded in 2021, we emphasize operational excellence and partnerships to build safer, more efficient systems.

The role oversees monthly closes, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting governance within a manufacturing context, partnering with operations and supply chain to optimize cost and working capital.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis.
• Prior manufacturing experience is required.
• Understanding of inventory, costing, working capital, and operational finance.
• ERP systems experience; MS Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
• Strong communication across departments and with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and schedules.
• Review the general ledger for accuracy and proper classification.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting.
• Ensure accounting practices align with GAAP.
• Provide support to external audit and tax partners.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasts.
• Provide financial insights to support budgets.
• Analyze gross margin, EBITDA, and key drivers; explain variances.
• Investigate variances and compare results to budget/forecast.
• Monitor Working Capital, inventory balances, variances, and related metrics.
• Partner with operations and supply chain to resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Review capital expenditures, fixed assets, leases, and cost accounting.
• Oversee annual physical inventory controls.
• Communicate results clearly to non-financial teams.
• Support leadership with cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

GAAP & Reporting

Inventory Management

ERP Systems

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Matrix Adhesives Group is a growth-driven company delivering bonding and sealing solutions across diverse industries. Founded in 2021, we emphasize operational excellence and partnerships to build safer, more efficient systems.

The role oversees monthly closes, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting governance within a manufacturing context, partnering with operations and supply chain to optimize cost and working capital.