Operations Controller

Greenbridge•Mentor, OH

16h

About The Position

The Operations Controller leads cost analysis, inventory control, and operational reporting to improve profitability, enhance productivity, and support strategic business decisions. The role oversees standard costing and inventory accounting, partners with operations to understand production costs and manufacturing efficiency, and provides financial analysis and guidance to operational leaders and senior management. The position also supports budgeting, forecasting, KPI reporting, process improvement, and the development of finance team members.

Requirements

At least 7 years of accounting experience with responsibility for cost accounting.
Bachelor's degree in accounting.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Proficiency with costing standards, cost systems, and variance analysis.
Attention to detail and demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
ERP system experience.
Proficiency in MS Office software.
Ability to multitask and establish priorities.

Nice To Haves

CMA or CPA.
JDEdwards experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the development, maintenance, and accuracy of standard costs for manufactured products.
Establish and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), labor routings, production rates, and cost allocation methodologies in coordination with operations.
Analyze direct materials, direct labor, variable overhead, and fixed manufacturing overhead.
Partner with operations to improve visibility into production costs, materials utilization, and manufacturing efficiency.
Implement inventory control procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of inventory data.
Manage inventory levels and inventory accounting processes to optimize inventory turnover and minimize carrying costs.
Investigate inventory discrepancies, material losses, excess stock, and obsolete inventory.
Support inventory cycle counts and periodic physical inventory reconciliations.
Monitor and analyze costs and expenses across operational areas.
Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve cost efficiency without sacrificing quality or service levels.
Develop and implement cost control measures and initiatives to achieve financial targets.
Provide financial guidance and support to operational leaders.
Provide financial insights, performance metrics, and analysis to senior management to support strategic decisions and performance improvements.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to assess financial performance against targets.
Develop dashboards and KPI reports to communicate performance.
Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and drive operational excellence.
Monitor and evaluate process changes and initiatives, making adjustments as needed.
Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
Coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.