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Controller

Midland-Marvel Recruiters, LLC, Huntington, WV, United States


Global company with multiple locations has an outstanding opportunity available for an Industrial Controller.

About the Role
A short paragraph summarizing the key role responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Audit and analyze Bills of Material for each SKU in inventory for accuracy and reasonableness.

Prepare and review inventory valuations and recommend changes or corrections.

Analyze and reconcile daily/weekly/monthly production variances.

Ensure accurate recording of expenditures in the appropriate journals and ledgers.

Aid the organization in the financial forecast and budget process.

Consolidate cost of manufacturing reports for distribution.

Conduct bridging analyses for variances to budget/forecast/prior year.

Prepare and analyze various monthly forecasts (sales/labor/MRO spend).

Assist in organizing and analyzing accurate capital cost of expenditures as well as tracking of fixed assets.

Identify, investigate, and correct variances in daily KPIs.

Contribute to discussions and reviews conducted during external audit.

Perform month‑end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.

Education and Professional Knowledge

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least five years of applied accounting experience.

Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Technical Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling, and financial analysis.

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain advanced Excel‑based financial models.

Proficiency with modern ERP and business management systems.

Analytical and Decision‑Making Skills

Strong analytical judgment with the ability to evaluate complex financial scenarios and recommend solutions.

Proven ability to analyze and resolve accounting discrepancies using structured problem‑solving methods.

Ability to make sound, data‑driven decisions in fast‑changing operational environments.

Collaboration and Communication

Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both accounting and non‑accounting professionals.

Ability to collaborate effectively with accounting and cross‑functional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure consistent application of financial policies.

Adaptability and Situational Awareness

Ability to assess changing conditions quickly and adjust financial analysis or recommendations accordingly.

Strong situational awareness and responsiveness in dynamic manufacturing environments.

Required Skills

Maintain accurate financial data that supports product conformity, process stability, and management review requirements.

Analyze production, material, and labor variances to identify trends that may indicate quality risks or process instability.

Support corrective actions by providing cost analysis for scrap, rework, containment, and long‑term improvements.

Ensure Bills of Material, routings, and cost structures are accurate, controlled, and aligned with engineering and production requirements.

Provide financial inputs for internal and external audits, ensuring data integrity and traceability.

Track and report cost of poor quality, warranty‑related spending, and customer‑specific financial performance.

Support risk‑based decision making by escalating financial indicators that may signal quality or operational risks.

Preferred Skills

Comply with the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and IATF 16949 requirements.

Follow documented procedures, work instructions, and standards applicable to their role.

Participate in quality‑related training and maintain competency as required.

Report any nonconformities, defects, or process deviations immediately to the appropriate authority.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving quality objectives.

Ensure proper handling, identification, and storage of materials and products to prevent damage or mix‑ups.

Maintain accurate records as required by QMS and customer‑specific requirements.

Cooperate during internal and external audits and provide necessary information.

Promote awareness of customer requirements and company quality policies.

Employee competency and training records will be maintained per QMS requirements.

Adhere to safety and environmental standards while performing quality‑related tasks.

Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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