Manufacturing & Business Controller

Location

Arvada, Colorado

$85,000-$110,000 (Exempt)

Mark VII Equipment Inc. – North America’s leading car wash system manufacturer

As part of the global Wash Tec Group, Mark VII combines German engineering with American ingenuity to deliver cutting‑edge car wash systems. We’re a team of passionate problem solvers committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Your work here will directly impact how our products are built and delivered.

Join the dynamic team at Mark VII, a leader in car wash manufacturing, as a Business and Manufacturing Controller. In this critical role, you will oversee financial performance within sales and manufacturing operations, analyze production costs, inventory, and variances to improve profitability, drive budgeting & forecasting processes, ensure accurate cost accounting, efficient production reporting, and strong financial controls. You will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and sales & operation leadership to analyze sales and manufacturing data, optimize cost structures, and support strategic decision‑making.

This role requires a detail‑oriented, process‑driven professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for improving operational efficiency.

• Financial Reporting:
  Prepare accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: support annual operating budget & forecast, perform variance analysis.
• Inventory Control:
  Oversee inventory management, including valuation at standard costs, cycle inventory reconciliations, and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Serve as the primary financial partner to sales, manufacturing, and operations teams.
• Monitor and report on sales & manufacturing performance metrics (operational KPIs), including customers & product profitability, production cost variances, material usage, labor efficiency, and scrap/waste.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities related to revenue recognition, cost of goods and services sold, cost of production, and operating expenses.
• Identify cost‑reduction and process‑improvement opportunities throughout manufacturing.
• Participate in ERP system enhancements related to costing, production reporting, and inventory transactions.
• Assist in evaluating capital expenditure requests and post‑implementation ROI analysis.
• Maintain strong internal controls over sales, manufacturing, and inventory processes.
• Provide financial insights to support capacity planning, scheduling, and operational strategy.

• 5+ years of proven experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or related operational accounting roles.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and cost of goods & services sold.
• Experience working directly with sales, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or production environments.
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and present findings clearly to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• Experience with standard cost process and good understanding of inventory control, BOMs, and routings.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Familiarity with internal controls, process documentation, and audit requirements.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, experience with SAP is a plus. Advanced with MS Excel and proficiency with other MS Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Self‑motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Hiring range: $85,000-$110,000 (Exempt), depending on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

• Integrity:
  We operate with unwavering integrity and a commitment to ethical standards.
• Accountability:
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