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SMT Inc. · 10 hours ago

Manufacturing Controller

Raleigh, North Carolina

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

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.

Consumer Goods

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

AccountingFinancial ReportingCost AccountingERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelCPA CertificationCMA CertificationManufacturing ExperienceAnalytical SkillsBookkeepingInventory ManagementVariance Analysis