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Manufacturing Controller

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A Cost Accounting Manager manages the accounting process of reducing and control of costs for a company or organization. Advises leadership in actions to maximize cost efficiency and control future costs.

$155,408 / year median in South Carolina

+10% projected growth

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Salary:
$100-115K Is this your perfect fit? You are a manufacturing finance professional who enjoys analyzing costs, improving processes, and driving operational performance. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where financial analysis, business partnership, and strategic decision-making go hand in hand. You enjoy collaborating with operations, engineering, and leadership teams to identify opportunities that improve profitability and efficiency. If that describes you, we need to talk! What your future day will look like: Lead cost accounting activities, including cost analysis, variance reporting, and manufacturing cost controls. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes while monitoring performance against financial targets. Prepare financial reports and analyses that provide insight into costs, operational performance, and improvement opportunities. Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, and control processes to ensure accuracy and optimize inventory performance. Partner with production, procurement, and engineering teams to identify cost drivers and implement cost reduction initiatives. Drive continuous improvement efforts by evaluating accounting processes, strengthening controls, and enhancing reporting capabilities.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision 401
K PTO Type:
Direct Hire To be a champion in this role, you will need: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred Proven cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, cost structures, and inventory accounting Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, D365, or similar platforms Excellent communication and business partnering skills with the ability to influence decision-making across departments We know you are more than a resume and understand your next career move needs to be the right fit! If this is your first time considering Godshall as your trusted partner, welcome! Once you have applied, we will review your experience and skills. You will then hear back quickly with the next steps. If you have already spoken with Godshall, please reach out to your recruiter. We will happily update your file and make sure we are considering you for all roles your experience and skills are a perfect fit for. Godshall & Godshall Personnel Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status as a parent or protected veteran status.