Job Description
We are looking for a hands-on Site Controller to lead financial operations across two manufacturing locations in Dalbo, Minnesota. This role is ideal for a strong accounting leader who can balance strategic oversight with daily involvement in plant performance, cost analysis, and financial reporting. The position supports operations for a sizable manufacturing business and requires someone who can guide a team while driving accuracy, accountability, and sound decision-making. Candidates with public accounting experience supporting manufacturing clients will also be considered.
Responsibilities:
• Direct financial oversight for two manufacturing sites, ensuring accurate reporting and strong support for operational leadership.
• Lead cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance review, and analysis of manufacturing performance drivers.
• Manage the month-end close process and deliver timely, reliable financial results to support business decisions.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, monitor performance against plan, and provide insights into risks and opportunities.
• Supervise and develop the local accounting team while fostering a high standard of accuracy and accountability.
• Partner closely with plant leadership to evaluate costs, improve financial visibility, and strengthen overall site performance.
• Maintain effective controls and ensure accounting practices align with company policies and operational needs.
• Use SAP S/4HANA and related systems to support financial processes, reporting, and data analysis.• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing and variance analysis.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff in a plant or site-based setting.
• Proven ability to manage month-end close activities and produce accurate financial reporting.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing operating results in a complex business environment.
• Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA or comparable ERP systems used in manufacturing finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Public accounting experience with manufacturing clients is considered a plus.
