Operations Controller

Zeus • Orangeburg, SC

7d

About The Position

The Operations Controller - Catheter Solutions serves as a strategic business partner to the Catheter Solutions V.P across the three CathX locations of San Jose, CA, Arden Hills, MN, and Costa Rica manufacturing sites. This role leads a team of cost accountants and is responsible for overseeing cost accounting, budgeting, and forecasting functions, driving financial performance, and supporting decision-making through insightful analysis. The manager ensures the integrity of cost of goods sold (COGS), and manufacturing variances, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and financial planning processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting or financial management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing teams and supporting multi-site operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA preferred
• Experience with Oracle ERP or similar systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of cost accountants across CathX manufacturing locations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of product costing, inventory valuation, and COGS across all sites.
• Responsible for supporting the P&L elements of revenue, SG&A and CAPEX for the CathX business
• Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with operations to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of standard cost rates for labor, overhead, and materials.
• Act as a financial advisor to site leaders, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support capital investment decisions, cost justifications, and operational strategies.
• Lead cost accounting aspects of ERP implementations and upgrades, ensuring alignment with manufacturing and inventory processes.
• Identify and implement improvements in cost accounting practices, controls, and reporting.
• Support the annual budgeting process, monthly forecasts, and close financial activities.
• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and audit requirements.
• Conduct routine inventory audits and cycle count accuracy evaluations.

What This Job Offers

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