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Manufacturing Controller (Multi-Site)

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Robert Half

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United States , Torrington

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The Manufacturing Controller will lead financial management and cost accounting across multiple production sites. This role is critical in ensuring accurate reporting, driving cost efficiency, and supporting operational decision-making. You will act as a key business partner to plant managers and senior leadership, providing insights that directly impact profitability and growth.

Job Responsibility:

  • Oversee all plant-level financial activities across multiple manufacturing sites
  • Lead monthly close processes, including inventory, COGS, and variance analysis
  • Develop and maintain standard costing systems
  • analyze and explain variances (labor, overhead, materials)
  • Partner with operations to drive cost reduction initiatives and improve margins
  • Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans for manufacturing operations
  • Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and adherence to accounting policies
  • Analyze capital expenditures and support ROI-driven investment decisions
  • Standardize financial processes and reporting across sites
  • Mentor and develop plant finance teams where applicable
  • Support ERP implementations or system enhancements as the company scales

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CMA preferred)
  • 7–10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting
  • Experience supporting multiple sites or divisions strongly preferred
  • Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory management, and variance analysis
  • Proven ability to partner with operations and influence non-financial stakeholders
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
  • Willingness to travel 1-2 times a quarter to other manufacturing locations

Nice to have:

  • CPA/CMA preferred
  • Experience supporting multiple sites or divisions strongly preferred
What we offer:
  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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