Manufacturing Controller

Smt • Raleigh, NC

3d • $85,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level