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Controller - Business Unit

Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Compensation: $140 - $160K

Job Overview – Manufacturing Finance Leader – 34296

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced finance and accounting leader to oversee financial operations across multiple facilities. This position partners closely with operational leadership to support financial reporting, cost analysis, forecasting, compliance, and strategic decision-making. Our client is a healthy organization where collaboration is encouraged and attrition is low. Many team members have been with the company for more than 20 years.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:


  • Lead financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
  • Oversee manufacturing cost accounting and inventory analysis
  • Provide financial insights and operational performance analysis
  • Manage and mentor accounting and finance team members
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audits, and internal controls
  • Support ERP reporting, process improvements, and data accuracy
  • Partner with leadership on planning, investments, and operational improvements


Qualifications


  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Several years of progressive accounting or finance experience
  • Background in manufacturing or plant finance preferred
  • Leadership experience managing accounting or finance teams
  • Strong analytical, reporting, and ERP system skills


Preferred


  • Professional accounting certification
  • Experience supporting multiple locations or corporate reporting
  • Background in audit coordination and process improvement


This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking to make a strategic impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Additional Job Details

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Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

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About Our Process


  • We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
  • Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
  • Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Salary : $140,000 - $160,000

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