Interim Controller - Manufacturing

Location: [Insert Location]
Duration: Interim / Contract
Industry: Manufacturing

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Controller to lead the finance function for a dynamic manufacturing organization. This role requires deep, hands-on experience in plant-level manufacturing finance, with a strong focus on cost accounting and margin integrity at the SKU level. The ideal candidate will partner closely with Operations, R&D, and Supply Chain teams to ensure accurate costing and financial discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Own full controllership responsibilities, including month-end and year-end close processes
• Manage financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Implement and monitor cost accounting processes tied to BOM-driven formulations
• Maintain detailed inventory controls and ensure accurate cost of goods sold
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, and Supply Chain to support margin integrity and cost discipline
• Lead and mentor accounting teams, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Support ERP systems and process improvements for efficiency

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Controller in a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory management
• Hands-on experience with BOM-driven formulations and SKU-level margin analysis
• Expertise in GAAP compliance and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH)
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with private equity-backed companies
• Familiarity with ASC 606 and ASC 842 standards
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operationally complex environment
• 5 or more years in a hands on Controller role within manufacturing/plant
• Degree in Accounting/Finance

Benefits include Medical, Dental, 401k, Sick & PTO/Holiday

Pay Details: $70.00 to $85.00 per hour

Search managed by: Vanessa Krause

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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