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Manufacturing Controller

Job in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52404, USA
Listing for: The Palmer Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Cost Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing manufacturing facility. This role will serve as a key partner to plant leadership while overseeing cost accounting, inventory/WIP accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a strong manufacturing accounting background, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to help modernize systems and processes within a fast-paced operational environment.

Work Model:
  • On-Site
What You Will Do:
  • Lead month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis
  • Manage cost accounting processes including standard costing, job costing, inventory valuation, and WIP accounting
  • Partner with operations leadership to provide financial insight related to production performance, labor efficiency, margins, and operational KPIs
  • Oversee inventory controls, cycle counts, physical inventory processes, and inventory reconciliation activities
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning efforts across the manufacturing operation
  • Assist with ERP system implementation, process improvements, and internal control enhancements
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff while helping to establish scalable accounting processes and reporting structure
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • At least 7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience with experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, WIP accounting, and manufacturing financial reporting
  • Experience working within ERP systems; implementation or system conversion experience preferred
Benefits Overview:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K
  • PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Madison Kuhl at  or email

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