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Our client is looking for a hands-on Controller to support a manufacturing operation in Columbia, Tennessee. This is an onsite, contract/temporary position requiring someone comfortable operating in a plant-based environment and overseeing core accounting and financial operations. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting experience, particularly around job costing, inventory, and month-end close, and can step in quickly to stabilize and support the business.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and cash management
Manage month-end and period-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
Maintain and monitor inventory accounting, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods
Oversee job costing and cost accounting processes, including labor, overhead, and material tracking
Analyze manufacturing variances and production costs, identifying trends and potential issues impacting margins
Ensure accurate application of standard and actual costs and support cost updates as needed
Prepare financial statements, internal reports, and ad hoc analyses for plant leadership and ownership
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring in coordination with operations
Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable compliance requirements
Partner closely with plant management to provide financial insight and operational support
Assist with audit preparation, external accountant coordination, and documentation as needed
Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting and plant financial workflows
Provide hands-on support as needed to ensure continuity of accounting operations during the contract period
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant exposure to manufacturing environments
prior experience in metal manufacturing, fabrication, or related industrial settings strongly preferred
strong understanding of cost accounting, job costing, inventory, and WIP accounting
solid knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
experience working in a plant or shop-floor environment with close operational interaction
ability to operate independently and adapt quickly in a temporary or transitional role
ERP system experience within a manufacturing setting preferred (system-agnostic)
strong attention to detail with the ability to balance accuracy and deadlines