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Controller

Robert Half

An established and growing food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and partner closely with finance and plant leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Controller with a strong manufacturing accounting background who enjoys working closely with operations, improving processes, and driving greater visibility into costs and profitability.

Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead month-end, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
  • Manage general ledger reconciliations and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
  • Maintain standard costing, including BOMs, labor and overhead allocations, and inventory valuation
  • Analyze manufacturing variances, production costs, margins, and profitability
  • Oversee accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory
  • Support physical inventories and cycle counts
  • Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting
  • Partner with plant operations, supply chain, sales, inventory, and finance teams
  • Manage collections and review credit facilities
  • Oversee bank reconciliations and other day-to-day accounting functions
  • Support internal and external audits
  • Develop and improve accounting processes, procedures, and system controls
  • Train and supervise accounting staff

Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Strong background in manufacturing or food & beverage
  • SAP Business One required
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, fixed assets, and internal controls
  • Experience with standard costing, BOMs, inventory accounting, and manufacturing variance analysis
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • CPA or CMA is a plus

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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