!WFA Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Controller for an established metal stamping manufacturer. This is a leadership opportunity for a financial professional who wants to do more than oversee accounting. The Controller will serve as a strategic financial partner to the President and leadership team, providing financial insights, improving operational performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting business growth. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily accounting operations and financial reporting. Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial analysis. Manage monthly and year-end financial closing processes. Analyze profitability by customer, product, and job. Improve manufacturing product costing and identify cost drivers. Partner with Operations to analyze manufacturing variances and improve margins. Provide financial support for pricing, quotations, and capital investments. Oversee inventory accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and working capital. Maintain GAAP compliance, internal controls, and accurate financial records. Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team. Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and HR. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and technology. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience. Manufacturing leadership experience or experience auditing manufacturing companies. Strong knowledge of manufacturing product costing and cost drivers. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Thorough understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial close processes. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities. Preferred Qualifications CPA or CMA certification. Experience analyzing manufacturing profitability and operational variances. Experience partnering directly with executive leadership. Proven ability to improve financial processes and support business decisions.
Pay:
$85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance