Controller

Mechanic FallsOn-siteFull-time$125k–$150k

AI Summary

Leads the accounting function at a manufacturer, overseeing financial operations, reporting, budgeting, cost accounting and inventory valuation, and reporting directly to the President.

About this role

Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. | Controller | Mechanic Falls, Maine

Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI) is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting function in Mechanic Falls, Maine. Reporting directly to the President, this is a key leadership role responsible for financial operations, reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and providing financial insight to support business decisions.

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What We Offer

$125k - $150k annual salary depending on experience

Paid time off and holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

A collaborative, established manufacturing environment

Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience

5+ years of manufacturing accounting experience

Strong ERP experience; Oracle NetSuite preferred

Experience with manufacturing cost accounting and absorption costing

Previous team leadership and supervisory experience

Strong Excel, financial reporting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

What You’ll Do

Lead and oversee the accounting team, including Staff Accounting, AP/Purchasing, AR, and Payroll

Develop the annual budget and provide ongoing financial and variance analysis

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Manage manufacturing cost accounting, cost analysis, and inventory valuation

Manage accounting and reporting needs within the ERP system

Oversee inventory management from a financial perspective

Coordinate audits, tax filings, banking relationships, and compliance reporting

Maintain strong internal financial controls

Manages Federally funded projects in a timely fashion

Oversee and improve financial metrics and dashboard reporting

Review cash flow and approve vendor payments

Partner with leadership, and all other departments on financial and operational initiatives

Works with company CPA firm

Skills

Absorption CostingAudit CoordinationBudgetingCash Flow ManagementERP SystemsExcelFederal Grant AccountingFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsInventory ValuationManufacturing Cost AccountingOracle NetSuiteTax FilingVariance Analysis