Finance & Site Controller – Manufacturing

Finance & Site Controller – ManufacturingTo Apply Now - email your resume toWho:A finance professional with 3+ years of experience in month-end close, account reconciliations, and accounting management, preferably with manufacturing experience, capable of leading a small finance team.What:Oversee site financial operations, reporting, compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support while acting as a strategic partner to site leadership and ensuring alignment with corporate finance standards.Where:On-site at the manufacturing location; candidate must be able to commute.When:Immediate opportunity to manage site-level financial operations and lead a high-performing finance team.Why:This role provides a hands-on leadership position with direct impact on site profitability, operational alignment, financial transparency, and cost optimization.Salary:Competitive, commensurate with experience.Job Summary The Finance & Site Controller leads financial operations at a manufacturing site, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting, and operational alignment with corporate standards. This role manages a small finance team, drives budgeting and forecasting processes, supports decision-making, and partners with site leadership to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.Key Responsibilities Financial Compliance & ControlEnsure compliance with financial procedures and Group policiesDevelop and maintain internal finance procedures, including spending authorizationsOversee site compliance with product flow, inventory, and internal controlsManage internal audits, self-audits, and external tax reviewsMaintain adherence to corporate finance standardsFinancial Reporting & Operations ManagementLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processesPresent monthly financial reviews to site and regional leadershipCoordinate external audits and compliance reportingEnsure reliability of standard costing and perform variance analysisManage CapEx, inventory, cash, and fixed assets at the site levelBudgeting, Forecasting & Decision SupportLead budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processesMonitor budget vs actuals and provide actionable variance insightsSupport financial modeling, profitability analysis, and decision-ready analyticsValidate post-launch program financials and track variancesPerformance ManagementDrive key performance metrics aligned with company objectivesDesign dashboards to monitor production-to-plan and delivery performanceSupport cost optimization and productivity initiativesBusiness PartnershipAct as strategic partner to site leadershipContribute to site strategic planning and action plansIdentify financial risks and opportunities, recommending solutionsMonitor plant profitability and operational alignmentNew Program Financial OversightJoin program launch teams and ensure financial data integrationMonitor start-up performance vs business planValidate post-launch program financialsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead a team of 4–5 (cost accountant, staff accountant, interns)Coach and develop finance team membersFoster a culture of performance, curiosity, and cross-functional collaborationEnhance financial awareness across operational teamsQualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field3+ years experience with month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and accounting management1+ year of experience in manufacturingAbility to commute to the siteStrong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skillsBenefits Medical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k) retirement planTuition assistanceDisability insuranceFinance & Site Controller overseeing manufacturing site financials, compliance, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, team leadership, and cost optimization.Powered by JazzHR