Strategic Manufacturing Cost Controller

Guided Search Partners; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Guided Search Partners seeks an experienced Financial Controller with a strong cost accounting background to oversee budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting for manufacturing operations.

You will manage cost controls, lead inventory valuation, support manufacturing cost analysis, and provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership to improve margins, collaborate with operations to drive efficiency, and maintain GAAP compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience, including cost accounting.
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and inventory management.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and closings.
• Lead cost accounting: product costing, standard costing, variance analysis.
• Prepare cost reports and profitability analyses.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and compliance.
• Coordinate with operations to improve margins and reduce costs.
• Support audits and mentor accounting staff.

Skills

Cost accounting

Leadership

Analytical skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Advanced Excel

Manufacturing industry experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA / CMA / MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Guided Search Partners seeks an experienced Financial Controller with a strong cost accounting background to oversee budgeting, cost analysis, and financial reporting for manufacturing operations.

You will manage cost controls, lead inventory valuation, support manufacturing cost analysis, and provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership to improve margins, collaborate with operations to drive efficiency, and maintain GAAP compliance.