Controller

Controller MME Group - 2.9 Vadnais Heights, MN Job Details Full-time Up to $120,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Gym membership Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Accounting systems Cost accounting analysis Microsoft Excel ERP systems Manufacturing facility Bachelor's degree Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Cross-functional collaboration Manufacturing company experience Cross-functional communication Excel data analysis Full Job Description Job Summary The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities within the manufacturing facility. This role partners with plant operations leadership to manage budgeting, cost accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, forecasting, and operational performance analysis. The Plant Controller ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards while driving financial efficiency and profitability. Key Responsibilities Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and plant performance reports Manage cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models for plant operations Monitor manufacturing KPIs such as labor efficiency, scrap, downtime, and production costs Partner with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational performance Ensure accurate inventory accounting and oversee physical inventory counts and cycle counts Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company financial policies Support capital expenditure planning and ROI analysis for plant investments Lead month-end and year-end close processes for the facility Coordinate audits and provide documentation for internal and external auditors Supervise plant accounting staff and support employee development Analyze trends and provide recommendations to senior leadership Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred 5+ years of accounting or finance experience in manufacturing Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management Experience with various ERP systems Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills Strong communication and leadership abilities Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and supply chain teams Preferred Skills Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma exposure Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment Compensation and Benefits Up to $120,000 3 weeks PTO + 48hrs Sick Medical Dental Vision Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability Group Basic Life Voluntary Life Insurance Hospital/Accident/Critical Illness Coverage Pet Insurance Identity Theft and Legal Services Coverage 401k with company match Gym Membership Reimbursement Tobacco Cessation Reimbursement For California Residents We may collect the following categories of personal information in connection with the submission of your resume or application materials to us for employment, and if hired, your employment with us: identifiers (e.g., name, address, email address, birthdate); personal records (e.g., telephone number, signature, education information, criminal background information, passport number and visa information); consumer characteristics (e.g., sex, marital status, veteran status, race, disability, sexual orientation); professional or employment information (e.g., resume, cover letter, employment history, background check forms, references, certifications, transcripts and languages spoken); and inferences from personal information collected (e.g., a profile reflecting abilities and aptitudes). The above categories of personal information are collected for the following business purposes: performing recruitment and hiring services; processing interactions and transactions (e.g., to comply with federal and state laws requiring us to maintain certain records, managing the workforce); and security (e.g., detecting security incidents, protecting against fraudulent or illegal activity). For additional details and questions, contact us at