Controller

Controller

Are you a highly analytical and experienced Controller with a passion for manufacturing finance? Our Winnebago County, metal fab client is seeking a dedicated financial professional to provide critical financial oversight and strategic guidance for their plant operations. If you thrive on identifying cost savings, improving efficiency, and ensuring financial compliance, we want to hear from you!

Position – Controller

Job Location – Neenah, WI

Starting Date – ASAP

Employment Term – Direct Hire

Employment Type – Full time

Work Hours (Shift) –  1st shift

Starting Pay – $80,000 to $100,000 annually

Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(K), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Referral Bonus

Required Education – Accounting degree

Required Experience – At least 7 years of experience

This role is integral to our plant leadership team, focusing on accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial management:

• Financial Reporting & Closing: Manage the full monthly closing process, including preparing accurate financial statements, performing journal entries/reconciliations, and providing insightful financial analysis.
• Cost Accounting & Inventory: Own plant-level cost accounting and inventory systems. Investigate and analyze production, price, and count variances, recommending and implementing solutions for cost savings and efficiency.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain the plant’s annual budget and forecast cycles. Conduct monthly variance analysis and provide actionable insights to the leadership team.
• Strategic Guidance & Analysis: Provide direct financial guidance to the plant leadership with recommendations for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and financial optimization. Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control ownership and oversight. Establish and enforce internal controls to protect company assets.
• Ad Hoc Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare standard management reports and provide ad hoc analysis as needed. Collaborate with other company facilities and assist with external audit preparations.

Qualifications 

• 7-10 years of experience in accounting and finance, with a strong background in manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in Cost Accounting, Inventory Management, and Financial Analysis.
• Experience with public companies and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and applicable financial regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (experience with Infor Syteline is a plus) and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities.

 Please send your resume to Oshkosh@seekcareers.com. Call/text 920-232-7322 or apply online at www.seekcareers.com.

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Qualifications

• Accounting degree
• 7-10 years