Manufacturing & Business Controller
About The Position
Join the dynamic team at Mark VII, a leader in car wash manufacturing, as a Business and Manufacturing Controller. In this critical role, you will oversee financial performance within sales and manufacturing operations, analyze production costs, inventory, and variances to improve profitability, driving budgeting & forecasting processes, ensuring accurate cost accounting, efficient production reporting, and strong financial controls. You will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and sales & operation leadership to analyze sales and manufacturing data, optimize cost structures, and support strategic decision‑making. This role requires a detail‑oriented, process‑driven professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for improving operational efficiency.
Requirements
- 5+ years of proven experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or related operational accounting roles.
- Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and cost of goods & services sold.
- Experience working directly with sales, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or production environments.
- Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and present findings clearly to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
- Experience with standard cost process and good understanding of inventory control, BOMs, and routings.
- Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
- Familiarity with internal controls, process documentation, and audit requirements.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, experience with SAP is a plus.
- Advanced with MS Excel and proficiency with other MS Office products (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Analytical thinker with excellent problem‑solving skills.
- Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Self‑motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: support annual operating budget & forecast, perform variance analysis.
- Inventory Control: Oversee inventory management, including valuation at standard costs, cycle Inventory reconciliations, and Cycle counts to ensure accuracy
- Serve as the primary financial partner to sales, manufacturing, and operations teams.
- Monitor and report on sales & manufacturing performance metrics (operational KPIs), including customers & product profitability, production cost variances, material usage, labor efficiency, and scrap/waste.
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities related to revenue recognition, cost of goods and services sold, cost of production, and operating expenses.
- Identify cost‑reduction and process‑improvement opportunities throughout manufacturing.
- Participate in ERP system enhancements related to costing, production reporting, and inventory transactions.
- Assist in evaluating capital expenditure requests and post‑implementation ROI analysis.
- Maintain strong internal controls over sales, manufacturing, and inventory processes.
- Provide financial insights to support capacity planning, scheduling, and operational strategy.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
- A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
