Controller - Bloomington
1 day ago
Job description
We are working with a manufacturing client in Bloomington that is looking for a Controller.The Financial Controller will oversee all accounting and financial operations, with a strong focus on cost accounting, inventory management, and production financial analysis.
This role will play a critical leadership role in an upcoming ERP implementation, including data cleanup, process standardization, and system integration.
The Controller will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and leadership to improve cost visibility, margin performance, and financial controls.
This is a direct hire position that would be in office 5 days a week. No sponsorship is available. No B2C/C2C. Must live in the Bloomington or surrounding area.Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintain and oversee standard cost systems, including material, labor, and overhead rates
Analyze variances (material usage, labor efficiency, overhead absorption) and provide actionable insights
Ensure accurate inventory valuation, including WIP, raw materials, and finished goods
Oversee cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation
Partner with operations to improve cost accuracy, scrap reporting, and production efficiency
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage general ledger, account reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals
Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of manufacturing assets
Serve as finance lead for ERP implementation, working with internal teams and external consultants
Lead financial data cleanup prior to ERP go-live
Define and test financial workflows (AP, AR, inventory, costing, production reporting)
Develop documentation, controls, and training related to new ERP processes
Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes
Develop product costing models and margin analysis by product, customer, and production line
Provide detailed financial analysis to support pricing, capital investments, and operational decisions
Monitor KPIs related to manufacturing performance, inventory turns, and cost absorption
Design and maintain internal controls over financial reporting and inventory
Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting requirements
Qualifications/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong hands-on experience with standard costing and inventory accounting
Direct involvement in at least one ERP implementation or major system upgrade
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Plex, IQMS or similar)
Skills & Competencies:
Deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures and variance analysis
Strong data management and data cleanup experience
Ability to translate financial data into operational insights
Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
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