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Our client, a local manufacturer with a large, stable parent company, is seeking a Controller to join their dynamic team in the Ontario area. In this role, you will oversee financial operations and human resources functions for their manufacturing division, ensuring efficient processes and compliance with regulations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to both strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise and guide the finance department team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in operations
Develop and maintain standard costs for manufacturing processes and evaluate inventory for obsolete or slow-moving items
Analyze production costs, recommend improvements, and prepare monthly financial reports to support informed decision-making
Manage physical inventory processes, including cycle counts, and review month-end journal entries for accuracy
Assist in budget preparation, forecasting, and reporting variances between actual results and budgeted expectations
Ensure compliance with sound accounting practices, suggesting enhancements to controls, processes, and procedures
Support annual financial audits and other external agency audits, ensuring documentation and processes are audit-ready
Evaluate and approve credit terms for customers, or provide recommendations to the General Manager
Oversee payroll processing and review customer contracts from financial and compliance perspectives
Administer HR functions, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, labor relations, and training, while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent education and experience
A minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on cost accounting and inventory control
Proficiency in financial operations such as month-end close, journal entries, and inventory analysis
Familiarity with automated payroll systems and processes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to various audiences
Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and recommend actionable solutions
Knowledge of California and federal employment laws, with a commitment to staying updated through seminars and meetings
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and implement improvements in financial and HR processes