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Katie Weigel with Robert Half Finance and Accounting is recruiting to fill a Controller role for a manufacturing company based in Minden. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager to take the next step in their career, or for an experienced Controller looking to make a change. The position is on site in Minden, 5 days per week and will report to a Director of Finance. The responsibilities include: … The company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as opportunity for growth for a Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager seeking the next step in their career.
Job Responsibility:
Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance and Accounting functions of the organization, including month end close
Direct and oversee all aspects of the Material Management functions of the organization, including inventory control strategies, costing, receiving, as well as planning and scheduling within production
Ensure credibility by providing timely and accurate analysis of material costs, inventory turns & patterns, budgets, financial trends and forecasts
Monitor and evaluate the cash balance, cash forecasting, material costing, and inventory levels
Assist cost accounting and sales management in the review of significant customer pricing programs
Develop key performance indicators to manage COGs
Work closely with personnel in maintaining accurate product cost standards and the updating of these costs
Take hands-on lead position of maintaining, reviewing, and improving cost system
Maintain and improve inventory control, cycle counts and accurate inventory analytics
Partner with manufacturing and production to share and educate them on financial analysis and information
Establish finance operational goals, strategies and financial performance measurements
Provides supervision to department staff. Training and updating staff on the work environment and routine. Responsible for direction, coordination and evaluation of the department. Monitors work performance, making recommendations for improvement and providing necessary assistance and direction
Requirements:
BS in Accounting or Finance
At least 5 years in progressively responsible financial roles within a manufacturing environment
Substantive experience in general ledger and financial accounting as well as functions of accounts receivable, credit and collections, accounts payable, customer invoicing and financial reporting
Additional experience in materials/inventory control and costing is also required
Experience working with an ERP and/or MRP system
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and Excel
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least five years of progressive finance or accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong background in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities
Experience supporting accounts receivable, credit and collections, accounts payable, invoicing, and related accounting operations
Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting, inventory control, and material costing practices
Experience working with ERP systems in a manufacturing setting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel capabilities
Ability to lead staff, build cross-functional partnerships, and communicate financial information clearly to operational teams