Plant Controller — Strategic Financial Partner

Matrix Adhesives Group; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Adhesives Group in Durham, NC is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead monthly and year-end close, manage journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will own budgeting, forecasting, and key cost analyses while partnering with operations, supply chain, and sales to optimize working capital.

Strong ERP and Excel skills are essential for success in a manufacturing setting. The role demands strategic thinking, clear communication with senior management, and a drive to improve

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Manufacturing experience is required and highly valued.
• Demonstrated understanding of inventory costing, working capital, and cost accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems, preferably MS Dynamics 365 BC.
• Clear analytical thinking and ability to meet deadlines across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and year-end financial close process.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Review the general ledger for accuracy, completeness, and classification.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, management reporting, and weekly status reports.
• Ensure accounting practices are compliant with GAAP.
• Provide support to external audits and tax partners as requested.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Analyze gross margin, EBITDA, and variances; explain drivers to leadership.
• Monitor inventory balances and coordinating with operations and supply chain.

Skills

Financial accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Inventory management

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial reporting

Education

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Matrix Adhesives Group in Durham, NC is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead monthly and year-end close, manage journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will own budgeting, forecasting, and key cost analyses while partnering with operations, supply chain, and sales to optimize working capital.

Strong ERP and Excel skills are essential for success in a manufacturing setting. The role demands strategic thinking, clear communication with senior management, and a drive to improve