Manufacturing Controller

Description

SMT, Inc. is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Controller to support day‑to‑day accounting operations and provide strong financial leadership within a sheet metal manufacturing environment. This role blends transactional accounting with financial analysis and operational partnership, playing a critical role in driving manufacturing efficiency, cost control, and business growth.

• Perform hands‑on bookkeeping duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records and reporting.

• Oversee cost accounting activities including inventory valuation and variance analysis (material, labor, and overhead).
• Monitor manufacturing costs and identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support pricing, quoting, and margin analysis through accurate cost data.

• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Conduct financial analytics including performance reporting, trend analysis, and KPIs related to manufacturing efficiency, profitability, and cash flow.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and support operational decision‑making.

• Track and manage capital expenditures, including budgeting, approvals, and project‑level cost tracking.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Evaluate capital investment proposals and support ROI and payback analysis for equipment and facility improvements.
• Partner with operations and leadership on long‑term capital planning.

• Collaborate with production, procurement, and supply chain teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve financial performance.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for non‑financial stakeholders.

• Ensure strong internal controls and audit preparedness.
• Coordinate with external auditors as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Hands‑on experience with bookkeeping and transactional accounting.
• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing accounting principles including cost accounting, inventory management, and variance analysis.
• Ability to work on‑site and manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

• CPA or CMA certification.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication or similar industrial manufacturing.

SMT offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Entry pay range for this position is $85,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience.

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Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level;

Employment type:

Full‑time;
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing;
Industries:
Manufacturing.

Location:

Cary, NC