Strategic Manufacturing Finance Controller

Addison Group; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Addison Group seeks an experienced Manufacturing Controller to lead cost accounting, fixed asset reporting, and manufacturing finance improvements. The role partners with manufacturing, product development, logistics, and planning to support strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing cost accounting expertise, advanced Excel and ERP skills, and a proven ability to transform cost visibility across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Significant experience in manufacturing accounting and cost accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build complex financial models and reporting tools.
• Strong systems expertise with ERP environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own a comprehensive cost accounting and fixed asset overhaul, including process improvements, reporting enhancements, and controls.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard and custom product costing models, including
• Enhance labor reporting processes to provide improved visibility into manufacturing performance.
• Create detailed cost reporting and analysis to support operational and financial decision making.
• Analyze and report on contribution margin versus gross margin under IFRS requirements.
• Oversee direct labor and direct material cost analysis.
• Support inventory accounting, controls, and cycle count processes.
• Lead capital expenditure (CapEx) reporting and fixed asset management improvements.
• Support FP&A activities, including forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Serve as a key liaison with external auditors, including PwC, for audit support and financial reporting requirements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Manufacturing accounting

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

AS400

Excel

Job description

Addison Group seeks an experienced Manufacturing Controller to lead cost accounting, fixed asset reporting, and manufacturing finance improvements. The role partners with manufacturing, product development, logistics, and planning to support strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing cost accounting expertise, advanced Excel and ERP skills, and a proven ability to transform cost visibility across the organization.